US Bridges

Raisin Center HWY over River Raisin

FairPosted for load

Lenawee County, Michigan · 0.4 MI South of Sutton RD · Structure no. 000000000005685

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Slab
Wood or Timber
Length
130 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,221
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Raisin Center HWY over River Raisin is a wood or timber slab carrying Raisin Center HWY over River Raisin in Lenawee County, Michigan. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,221 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,700 by 2042. The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesRaisin Center HWY
CrossesRiver Raisin
Location0.4 MI South of Sutton RD
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyLenawee County
StateMichigan
Coordinates41.94298, -83.94504
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43.2 US tons
Inventory rating28.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length130 ft (39.6 m)
Longest span26 ft (7.9 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,221 (2023)
Projected traffic1,700 by 2042
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 Raisin Center HWY over River Raisin built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is Raisin Center HWY over River Raisin 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does Raisin Center HWY over River Raisin carry?

About 1,221 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Raisin Center HWY over River Raisin?

The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Raisin Center HWY over River Raisin?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.