Hossler Road over Thunder Bay River
GoodMontmorency County, Michigan · Section 20 Briley Twp · Structure no. 000000000012718
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 23 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 120
- 2005 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Hossler Road over Thunder Bay River is a steel culvert carrying Hossler Road over Thunder Bay River in Montmorency County, Michigan. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 120 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 200 by 2025. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Hossler Road over Thunder Bay River built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is Hossler Road over Thunder Bay 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Hossler Road over Thunder Bay River carry?
About 120 vehicles per day (2005 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is Hossler Road over Thunder Bay River?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.9 m).
Who owns Hossler Road over Thunder Bay River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.