US-45 over Clear Creek
FairOntonagon County, Michigan · 0.9 MI S Bruce Crossing · Structure no. 000000000008498
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,648
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-45 over Clear Creek is a steel culvert carrying US-45 over Clear Creek in Ontonagon County, Michigan. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 6 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 1,648 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,372 by 2018. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-45 over Clear Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-45 over Clear Creek 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US-45 over Clear Creek carry?
About 1,648 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US-45 over Clear Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns US-45 over Clear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.