M-59 over Shiawassee River
GoodLivingston County, Michigan · 0.6 MI NW of Howell · Structure no. 000000000005797
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 13,462
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
M-59 over Shiawassee River is a concrete culvert carrying M-59 over Shiawassee River in Livingston County, Michigan. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 13,462 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,200 by 2027. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was M-59 over Shiawassee River built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is M-59 over Shiawassee River 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 2023.
How much traffic does M-59 over Shiawassee River carry?
About 13,462 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is M-59 over Shiawassee River?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m).
Who owns M-59 over Shiawassee River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.