Thompson RD over US-23
PoorGenesee County, Michigan · 3.2 MI N of Fenton · Structure no. 000000000002479
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 224 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,650
- 1996 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Thompson RD over US-23 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Thompson RD over US-23 in Genesee County, Michigan. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 years old, older than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 9,650 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,430 by 2016. The structure is 224 ft (68.4 m) long and 33 ft wide.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Thompson RD over US-23 built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is Thompson RD over US-23 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does Thompson RD over US-23 carry?
About 9,650 vehicles per day (1996 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Thompson RD over US-23?
The structure is 224 ft (68.4 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18.1 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Thompson RD over US-23?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.