Washington Road over Bad River
GoodGratiot County, Michigan · Sec 34 Lafayette Twp · Structure no. 000000000003148
- Built
- 2012
- 13 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 100 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 667
- 2011 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Washington Road over Bad River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Washington Road over Bad River in Gratiot County, Michigan. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 667 vehicles a day, projected to reach 992 by 2031. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 36 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Washington Road over Bad River built?
It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.
What condition is Washington Road over Bad River 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Washington Road over Bad River carry?
About 667 vehicles per day (2011 count).
How long is Washington Road over Bad River?
The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (29.8 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns Washington Road over Bad River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.