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Bensch RD over Tittabawassee River

FairPosted for load

Gladwin County, Michigan · 30 Rods S of M-30 · Structure no. 000000000002941

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
375
2000 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bensch RD over Tittabawassee River is a concrete culvert carrying Bensch RD over Tittabawassee River in Gladwin County, Michigan. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 375 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 525 by 2020. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesBensch RD
CrossesTittabawassee River
Location30 Rods S of M-30
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyGladwin County
StateMichigan
Coordinates44.1544, -84.28874
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating38.9 US tons
Inventory rating23.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span13 ft (3.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic375 (2000)
Projected traffic525 by 2020
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Bensch RD over Tittabawassee River built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bensch RD over Tittabawassee River 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Bensch RD over Tittabawassee River carry?

About 375 vehicles per day (2000 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Bensch RD over Tittabawassee River?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).

Who owns Bensch RD over Tittabawassee River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.