Ely Highway over Drain #163
GoodGratiot County, Michigan · Sec 30 Fulton Twp · Structure no. 000000000003157
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 75 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,445
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ely Highway over Drain #163 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ely Highway over Drain #163 in Gratiot County, Michigan. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 1,445 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,950 by 2023. The structure is 75 ft (22.8 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ely Highway over Drain #163 built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ely Highway over Drain #163 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 2023.
How much traffic does Ely Highway over Drain #163 carry?
About 1,445 vehicles per day (2003 count).
How long is Ely Highway over Drain #163?
The structure is 75 ft (22.8 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.8 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns Ely Highway over Drain #163?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.