US-2 over Big Cedar River
GoodMenominee County, Michigan · 0.4 MI NW of Powers · Structure no. 000000000006792
- Built
- 1933
- 92 years old, rebuilt 2005
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,591
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-2 over Big Cedar River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-2 over Big Cedar River in Menominee County, Michigan. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 2005, so it is 92 years old, older than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 3,591 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,762 by 2018. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-2 over Big Cedar River built?
It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2005.
What condition is US-2 over Big Cedar River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does US-2 over Big Cedar River carry?
About 3,591 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US-2 over Big Cedar River?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.2 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US-2 over Big Cedar River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.