Shearer RD over Howland Creek
GoodGladwin County, Michigan · 120 Rods S of M-61 · Structure no. 000000000002926
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 286
- 2000 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Shearer RD over Howland Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Shearer RD over Howland Creek in Gladwin County, Michigan. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 286 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 400 by 2020. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Shearer RD over Howland Creek built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is Shearer RD over Howland Creek 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Shearer RD over Howland Creek carry?
About 286 vehicles per day (2000 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Shearer RD over Howland Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).
Who owns Shearer RD over Howland Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.