US Bridges

Vernon RD over Sharps Creek

PoorClosed to traffic

Isabella County, Michigan · 0.88 MI W of N Loomis RD · Structure no. 000000000014403

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
85
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Vernon RD over Sharps Creek is a steel culvert carrying Vernon RD over Sharps Creek in Isabella County, Michigan. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, older than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 2 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.

It carries about 85 vehicles a day, projected to reach 98 by 2041. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesVernon RD
CrossesSharps Creek
Location0.88 MI W of N Loomis RD
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyIsabella County
StateMichigan
Coordinates43.7283, -84.6851
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert2 CriticalAdvanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating5 US tons
Inventory rating3.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic85 (2021)
Projected traffic98 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Vernon RD over Sharps Creek built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is Vernon RD over Sharps Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.

How much traffic does Vernon RD over Sharps Creek carry?

About 85 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is Vernon RD over Sharps Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.6 m).

Who owns Vernon RD over Sharps Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.