US Bridges

US-2|US-41 over Big Cedar River

Fair

Menominee County, Michigan · 0.6 MI E of Powers · Structure no. 000000000006796

Built
1932
93 years old, rebuilt 1987
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
45 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,417
2007 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-2|US-41 over Big Cedar River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-2|US-41 over Big Cedar River in Menominee County, Michigan. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 93 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 5 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 6,417 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,546 by 2018. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 52 ft wide.

CarriesUS-2|US-41
CrossesBig Cedar River
Location0.6 MI E of Powers
RouteU.S. Route 2
Coordinates45.69371, -87.51218
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating73.5 US tons
Inventory rating44.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span44 ft (13.3 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,417 (2007)
Projected traffic7,546 by 2018
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedDeck replacement with only incidental widening
Estimated improvement cost$47,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US-2|US-41 over Big Cedar River built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.

What condition is US-2|US-41 over Big Cedar 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US-2|US-41 over Big Cedar River carry?

About 6,417 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US-2|US-41 over Big Cedar River?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.3 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns US-2|US-41 over Big Cedar River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.