Younkers Road over Big Sauble River
PoorPosted for loadMason County, Michigan · 2.4 MI S of Freesoil Road · Structure no. 000000000013616
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 49
- 2015 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Younkers Road over Big Sauble River is a steel culvert carrying Younkers 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 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 49 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 66 by 2035. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Younkers Road over Big Sauble River built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Younkers Road over Big Sauble 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does Younkers Road over Big Sauble River carry?
About 49 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Younkers Road over Big Sauble River?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).
Who owns Younkers Road over Big Sauble River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.