Berne Road over Bad Axe Drain
GoodHuron County, Michigan · Sec. 35 Meade Twp. · Structure no. 000000000003624
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 51 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 150
- 2009 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Berne Road over Bad Axe Drain is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Berne Road over Bad Axe Drain in Huron County, Michigan. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 150 vehicles a day, projected to reach 270 by 2029. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Berne Road over Bad Axe Drain built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is Berne Road over Bad Axe 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 Berne Road over Bad Axe Drain carry?
About 150 vehicles per day (2009 count).
How long is Berne Road over Bad Axe Drain?
The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Berne Road over Bad Axe Drain?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.