638 HWY over Little Trout River
PoorClosed to trafficPresque Isle County, Michigan · 0.5 MI W of US-23 · Structure no. 000000000008994
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 30 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 30
- 2013 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
638 HWY over Little Trout River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 638 HWY over Little Trout River in Presque Isle County, Michigan. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 2 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: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 545 by 2033. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 15 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
| Substructure | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 638 HWY over Little Trout River built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.
What condition is 638 HWY over Little Trout 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does 638 HWY over Little Trout River carry?
About 30 vehicles per day (2013 count).
How long is 638 HWY over Little Trout River?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 15 ft wide.
Who owns 638 HWY over Little Trout River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.