US Bridges

M-53|VAN Dyke RD over Elk Lake Creek

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Lapeer County, Michigan · 3.8 MI North of Imlay Cty · Structure no. 000000000005318

Built
2024
1 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
10,633
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

M-53|VAN Dyke RD over Elk Lake Creek is a concrete culvert carrying M-53|VAN Dyke RD over Elk Lake Creek in Lapeer County, Michigan. It was built in 2024, so it is 1 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 10,633 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,076 by 2038. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesM-53|VAN Dyke RD
CrossesElk Lake Creek
Location3.8 MI North of Imlay Cty
RouteState Highway 53
CountyLapeer County
StateMichigan
Coordinates43.08598, -83.07497
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.9 US tons
Inventory rating76.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span26 ft (7.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,633 (2023)
Projected traffic16,076 by 2038
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedDeck replacement with only incidental widening
Estimated improvement cost$26,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was M-53|VAN Dyke RD over Elk Lake Creek built?

It was built in 2024, making it 1 years old in 2025.

What condition is M-53|VAN Dyke RD over Elk Lake 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does M-53|VAN Dyke RD over Elk Lake Creek carry?

About 10,633 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is M-53|VAN Dyke RD over Elk Lake Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m).

Who owns M-53|VAN Dyke RD over Elk Lake Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.