US Bridges

Peach Lake RD over W Br Rifle River

PoorPosted for load

Ogemaw County, Michigan · 2 MI South of M-55 · Structure no. 000000000008453

Built
1948
77 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
40 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
643
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Peach Lake RD over W Br Rifle River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Peach Lake RD over W Br Rifle River in Ogemaw County, Michigan. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 4 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 643 vehicles a day, projected to reach 785 by 2026. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesPeach Lake RD
CrossesW Br Rifle River
Location2 MI South of M-55
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates44.24729, -84.1656
Functional classRural Minor 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
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating37.1 US tons
Inventory rating22.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span36 ft (10.9 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.9 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic643 (2006)
Projected traffic785 by 2026
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Peach Lake RD over W Br Rifle River built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.

What condition is Peach Lake RD over W Br Rifle 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Peach Lake RD over W Br Rifle River carry?

About 643 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is Peach Lake RD over W Br Rifle River?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (10.9 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns Peach Lake RD over W Br Rifle River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.