M-79 over Tributary - Quaker Brook
GoodBarry County, Michigan · 1.0 MI W of Eaton CO Line · Structure no. 000000000013290
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,415
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
M-79 over Tributary - Quaker Brook is a concrete culvert carrying M-79 over Tributary - Quaker Brook in Barry County, Michigan. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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.
It carries about 2,415 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,200 by 2026. The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 M-79 over Tributary - Quaker Brook built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is M-79 over Tributary - Quaker Brook 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does M-79 over Tributary - Quaker Brook carry?
About 2,415 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is M-79 over Tributary - Quaker Brook?
The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.4 m).
Who owns M-79 over Tributary - Quaker Brook?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.