US Bridges

M-142|PIGEON RD over Nettle Run

Good

Huron County, Michigan · 2.3 MI E of Elkton · Structure no. 000000000003459

Built
2012
13 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,200
2012 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

M-142|PIGEON RD over Nettle Run is a concrete culvert carrying M-142|PIGEON RD over Nettle Run in Huron 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 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 5,200 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,800 by 2032. The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long.

CarriesM-142|PIGEON RD
CrossesNettle Run
Location2.3 MI E of Elkton
RouteState Highway 142
Coordinates43.81968, -83.13369
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating61.8 US tons
Inventory rating48.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length45 ft (13.6 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,200 (2012)
Projected traffic5,800 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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-142|PIGEON RD over Nettle Run built?

It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.

What condition is M-142|PIGEON RD over Nettle Run 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does M-142|PIGEON RD over Nettle Run carry?

About 5,200 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is M-142|PIGEON RD over Nettle Run?

The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.6 m).

Who owns M-142|PIGEON RD over Nettle Run?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.