Escanaba River RD over Sawmill Creek
PoorPosted for loadMarquette County, Michigan · 5.3 MI NW of Maple Rdg RD · Structure no. 000000000013724
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 25 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- Other State Agency
About this bridge
Escanaba River RD over Sawmill Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Escanaba River RD over Sawmill Creek in Marquette County, Michigan. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger 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 25 ft (7.7 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
| 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 Escanaba River RD over Sawmill Creek built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is Escanaba River RD over Sawmill 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 Escanaba River RD over Sawmill Creek carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (2013 count).
How long is Escanaba River RD over Sawmill Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 12 ft wide.
Who owns Escanaba River RD over Sawmill Creek?
It is owned by the Other State Agency.