US Bridges

Cleveland ST over N Br Lincoln River

PoorPosted for load

Mason County, Michigan · 0.1 MI S of Main ST · Structure no. 000000000014392

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
425
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Cleveland ST over N Br Lincoln River is a steel culvert carrying Cleveland ST over N Br Lincoln 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 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 425 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 451 by 2040. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesCleveland ST
CrossesN Br Lincoln River
Location0.1 MI S of Main ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyMason County
StateMichigan
Coordinates44.0441, -86.1809
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating13.2 US tons
Inventory rating7.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (2.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic425 (2020)
Projected traffic451 by 2040
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Cleveland ST over N Br Lincoln River built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Cleveland ST over N Br Lincoln 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Cleveland ST over N Br Lincoln River carry?

About 425 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Cleveland ST over N Br Lincoln River?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (2.9 m).

Who owns Cleveland ST over N Br Lincoln River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.