Madison Road over Bush Creek Drain
FairGratiot County, Michigan · Sec 14-23 Bethany Twp · Structure no. 000000000003185
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old, rebuilt 1985
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 71
- 2004 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Madison Road over Bush Creek Drain is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Madison Road over Bush Creek Drain in Gratiot County, Michigan. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 68 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 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 71 vehicles a day, projected to reach 91 by 2024. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 24 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Madison Road over Bush Creek Drain built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.
What condition is Madison Road over Bush Creek Drain 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Madison Road over Bush Creek Drain carry?
About 71 vehicles per day (2004 count).
How long is Madison Road over Bush Creek Drain?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Madison Road over Bush Creek Drain?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.