Vandecar Road over Thatcher Creek
GoodIsabella County, Michigan · Sec 26-27 Fremont Twp · Structure no. 000000000004359
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 74
- 2002 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Vandecar Road over Thatcher Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Vandecar Road over Thatcher Creek in Isabella County, Michigan. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 74 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 90 by 2022. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Vandecar Road over Thatcher Creek built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is Vandecar Road over Thatcher Creek 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Vandecar Road over Thatcher Creek carry?
About 74 vehicles per day (2002 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Vandecar Road over Thatcher Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).
Who owns Vandecar Road over Thatcher Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.