US Bridges

M-53|VAN Dyke RD over Peters Drain

Good

Lapeer County, Michigan · 0.2 MI S of Sanilac Col · Structure no. 000000000005319

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,595
2007 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

M-53|VAN Dyke RD over Peters Drain is a concrete culvert carrying M-53|VAN Dyke RD over Peters Drain in Lapeer County, Michigan. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 7,595 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,000 by 2027. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 km).

CarriesM-53|VAN Dyke RD
CrossesPeters Drain
Location0.2 MI S of Sanilac Col
RouteState Highway 53
Coordinates43.28123, -83.07953
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65.4 US tons
Inventory rating39.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,595 (2007)
Projected traffic10,000 by 2027
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed28 mi (45 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was M-53|VAN Dyke RD over Peters Drain built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is M-53|VAN Dyke RD over Peters 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does M-53|VAN Dyke RD over Peters Drain carry?

About 7,595 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is M-53|VAN Dyke RD over Peters Drain?

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

Who owns M-53|VAN Dyke RD over Peters Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.