Dobson Road over Philp Drain
FairHuron County, Michigan · Sec 8-17 Bloomfield Twp · Structure no. 000000000003563
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 20
- 2009 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Dobson Road over Philp Drain is a concrete culvert carrying Dobson Road over Philp Drain in Huron County, Michigan. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 20 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 36 by 2029. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Dobson Road over Philp Drain built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is Dobson Road over Philp 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Dobson Road over Philp Drain carry?
About 20 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Dobson Road over Philp Drain?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).
Who owns Dobson Road over Philp Drain?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.