Hayes Road over North Shade Drain
FairGratiot County, Michigan · Sec 29-32 Newark Twp · Structure no. 000000000003217
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 28 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 126
- 2004 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Hayes Road over North Shade Drain is a steel culvert carrying Hayes Road over North Shade Drain in Gratiot County, Michigan. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 126 vehicles a day, projected to reach 153 by 2024. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Hayes Road over North Shade Drain built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is Hayes Road over North Shade 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 Hayes Road over North Shade Drain carry?
About 126 vehicles per day (2004 count).
How long is Hayes Road over North Shade Drain?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m).
Who owns Hayes Road over North Shade Drain?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.