Black River Falls over Black River
PoorPosted for loadMarquette County, Michigan · 1.3 MI W of CR 581 · Structure no. 000000000013723
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Girder and Floorbeam System
- Steel
- Length
- 33 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- Other State Agency
About this bridge
Black River Falls over Black River is a steel girder and floorbeam system carrying Black River Falls over Black River in Marquette County, Michigan. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 2 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 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long and 12 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 198.8 mi (320 km).
Location
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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 | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
| Superstructure | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
| Substructure | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Black River Falls over Black River built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.
What condition is Black River Falls over Black River 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 Black River Falls over Black River carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (2013 count).
How long is Black River Falls over Black River?
The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.6 m) and a deck 12 ft wide.
Who owns Black River Falls over Black River?
It is owned by the Other State Agency.