Oc Road (old US41) over Nelson Creek
PoorPosted for loadMarquette County, Michigan · 0.4 MI N of Skandia · Structure no. 000000000006612
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 300
- 2001 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Oc Road (old US41) over Nelson Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying Oc Road (old US41) over Nelson Creek in Marquette County, Michigan. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 years old, older than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 300 vehicles a day, projected to reach 300 by 2020. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
| Superstructure | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Oc Road (old US41) over Nelson Creek built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is Oc Road (old US41) over Nelson Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does Oc Road (old US41) over Nelson Creek carry?
About 300 vehicles per day (2001 count).
How long is Oc Road (old US41) over Nelson Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Oc Road (old US41) over Nelson Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.