US Bridges

M-49 over Little Hog Creek

Good

Hillsdale County, Michigan · 200 Ft S of Arkansaw RD · Structure no. 000000000014515

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,975
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

M-49 over Little Hog Creek is a concrete culvert carrying M-49 over Little Hog Creek in Hillsdale County, Michigan. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,975 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,275 by 2043. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long.

CarriesM-49
CrossesLittle Hog Creek
Location200 Ft S of Arkansaw RD
RouteState Highway 49
Coordinates41.91913, -84.74846
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating87.2 US tons
Inventory rating67.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length20 ft (6.2 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,975 (2023)
Projected traffic3,275 by 2043
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was M-49 over Little Hog Creek built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is M-49 over Little Hog Creek 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does M-49 over Little Hog Creek carry?

About 2,975 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is M-49 over Little Hog Creek?

The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.2 m).

Who owns M-49 over Little Hog Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.