County RD 98 over Helmer Creek
GoodLuce County, Michigan · Lakefield Twp Sec 20/29 · Structure no. 000000000013255
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,200
- 2016 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County RD 98 over Helmer Creek is a concrete culvert carrying County RD 98 over Helmer Creek in Luce County, Michigan. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 1,200 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,500 by 2036. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County RD 98 over Helmer Creek built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is County RD 98 over Helmer 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does County RD 98 over Helmer Creek carry?
About 1,200 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is County RD 98 over Helmer Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).
Who owns County RD 98 over Helmer Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.