David Highway over Carbaugh-E Libbart Drain
FairIonia County, Michigan · Section 6 Portland Twp · Structure no. 000000000004023
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,381
- 2007 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
David Highway over Carbaugh-E Libbart Drain is a steel culvert carrying David Highway over Carbaugh-E Libbart Drain in Ionia County, Michigan. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 1,381 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,607 by 2027. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was David Highway over Carbaugh-E Libbart Drain built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is David Highway over Carbaugh-E Libbart 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 David Highway over Carbaugh-E Libbart Drain carry?
About 1,381 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is David Highway over Carbaugh-E Libbart Drain?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns David Highway over Carbaugh-E Libbart Drain?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.