Route 577 over Little River
PoorPosted for loadMenominee County, Michigan · 2.5 MI W of Birch Creek · Structure no. 000000000006827
- Built
- 1920
- 105 years old, rebuilt 1950
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 41 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 216
- 1998 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 577 over Little River is a concrete culvert carrying Route 577 over Little River in Menominee County, Michigan. It was built in 1920 and reconstructed in 1950, so it is 105 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 216 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 350 by 2019. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 577 over Little River built?
It was built in 1920, making it 105 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1950.
What condition is Route 577 over Little 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Route 577 over Little River carry?
About 216 vehicles per day (1998 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Route 577 over Little River?
The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns Route 577 over Little River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.