Cranson Road over Prairie River
FairBranch County, Michigan · Bethel Twp Sec 29-32 · Structure no. 000000000001104
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 49 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 372
- 2006 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Cranson Road over Prairie River is a concrete culvert carrying Cranson Road over Prairie River in Branch 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 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 372 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 501 by 2026. The structure is 49 ft (15 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Cranson Road over Prairie River built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is Cranson Road over Prairie River 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Cranson Road over Prairie River carry?
About 372 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Cranson Road over Prairie River?
The structure is 49 ft (15 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.8 m).
Who owns Cranson Road over Prairie River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.