Elm Creek Road over Elm Creek Drain
FairLapeer County, Michigan · Sec. 2-11 N. Branch Twp. · Structure no. 000000000005455
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 58
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Elm Creek Road over Elm Creek Drain is a steel culvert carrying Elm Creek Road over Elm Creek Drain in Lapeer County, Michigan. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 58 vehicles a day, projected to reach 71 by 2040. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 Elm Creek Road over Elm Creek Drain built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is Elm Creek Road over Elm Creek 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Elm Creek Road over Elm Creek Drain carry?
About 58 vehicles per day (2020 count).
How long is Elm Creek Road over Elm Creek Drain?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Elm Creek Road over Elm Creek Drain?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.