I-475 over Lake Drain
FairGenesee County, Michigan · 0.2 MI E of Clio RD · Structure no. 000000000002639
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 26,600
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-475 over Lake Drain is a concrete culvert carrying I-475 over Lake Drain in Genesee 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 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 26,600 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,209 by 2018. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long.
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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-475 over Lake Drain built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-475 over Lake 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does I-475 over Lake Drain carry?
About 26,600 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is I-475 over Lake Drain?
The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns I-475 over Lake Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.