Witherspoon Road over Taft Drain
GoodHuron County, Michigan · Sec 17-20 Hume Twp · Structure no. 000000000003605
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 22 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 12
- 2009 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Witherspoon Road over Taft Drain is a steel culvert carrying Witherspoon Road over Taft Drain in Huron County, Michigan. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 12 vehicles a day, projected to reach 22 by 2029. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 124.9 mi (201 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Witherspoon Road over Taft Drain built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is Witherspoon Road over Taft Drain 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Witherspoon Road over Taft Drain carry?
About 12 vehicles per day (2009 count).
How long is Witherspoon Road over Taft Drain?
The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.6 m).
Who owns Witherspoon Road over Taft Drain?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.