US Bridges

I-69 over Chandler Drain

Fair

Clinton County, Michigan · 0.2 Miles North of Clark · Structure no. 000000000001858

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
37,978
2007 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-69 over Chandler Drain is a steel culvert carrying I-69 over Chandler Drain in Clinton County, Michigan. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 5 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 37,978 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 49,205 by 2018. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long.

CarriesI-69
CrossesChandler Drain
Location0.2 Miles North of Clark
RouteInterstate 69
Coordinates42.81538, -84.51991
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating107.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic37,978 (2007)
Projected traffic49,205 by 2018
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway 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 I-69 over Chandler Drain built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-69 over Chandler Drain 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does I-69 over Chandler Drain carry?

About 37,978 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is I-69 over Chandler Drain?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns I-69 over Chandler Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.