Washington Road over Carpenter Creek
FairGratiot County, Michigan · Sec 31 Sumner Twp · Structure no. 000000000003143
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,440
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Washington Road over Carpenter Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Washington Road over Carpenter Creek in Gratiot County, Michigan. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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 2,440 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,300 by 2023. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Washington Road over Carpenter Creek built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Washington Road over Carpenter Creek 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Washington Road over Carpenter Creek carry?
About 2,440 vehicles per day (2003 count).
How long is Washington Road over Carpenter Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).
Who owns Washington Road over Carpenter Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.