US Bridges

ST Helen Conn RTE over Denton Creek

GoodPosted for load

Roscommon County, Michigan · Backus Twp · Structure no. 000000000014494

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
60 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
50
2021 count
Owner
State
State Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency

About this bridge

ST Helen Conn RTE over Denton Creek is a steel truss - thru carrying ST Helen Conn RTE over Denton Creek in Roscommon County, Michigan. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 years old, younger 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 100 by 2041. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 13 ft wide.

CarriesST Helen Conn RTE
CrossesDenton Creek
LocationBackus Twp
RouteState Lands Road 0
Coordinates44.28636, -84.59024
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating22.5 US tons
Inventory rating13.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width13 ft (3.9 m)
Roadway width12 ft (3.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2021)
Projected traffic100 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency
Maintained byState Park, Forest, or Reservation 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 ST Helen Conn RTE over Denton Creek built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST Helen Conn RTE over Denton Creek 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does ST Helen Conn RTE over Denton Creek carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is ST Helen Conn RTE over Denton Creek?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 13 ft wide.

Who owns ST Helen Conn RTE over Denton Creek?

It is owned by the State Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency.