Hartel Road over Thornapple River
GoodEaton County, Michigan · 1 MI S of Potterville · Structure no. 000000000002358
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,526
- 2013 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Hartel Road over Thornapple River is a concrete culvert carrying Hartel Road over Thornapple River in Eaton County, Michigan. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 2,526 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,240 by 2013. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Hartel Road over Thornapple River built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is Hartel Road over Thornapple River 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does Hartel Road over Thornapple River carry?
About 2,526 vehicles per day (2013 count).
How long is Hartel Road over Thornapple River?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).
Who owns Hartel Road over Thornapple River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.