Freesoil Road over Big Sauble River
FairMason County, Michigan · 4.1 MI E of Freesoil · Structure no. 000000000013614
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 37 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 800
- 2011 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Freesoil Road over Big Sauble River is a steel culvert carrying Freesoil Road over Big Sauble River in Mason County, Michigan. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 800 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,200 by 2021. The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Freesoil Road over Big Sauble River built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Freesoil Road over Big Sauble River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.
How much traffic does Freesoil Road over Big Sauble River carry?
About 800 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Freesoil Road over Big Sauble River?
The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.1 m).
Who owns Freesoil Road over Big Sauble River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.