Schoenherr RD over Sterling Relief Drain
FairMacomb County, Michigan · 0.5 MI S of 16 Mile RD · Structure no. 000000000006251
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 64 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 29,860
- 2012 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Schoenherr RD over Sterling Relief Drain is a steel culvert carrying Schoenherr RD over Sterling Relief Drain in Macomb County, Michigan. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older 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 29,860 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 40,221 by 2032. The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Schoenherr RD over Sterling Relief Drain built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is Schoenherr RD over Sterling Relief 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Schoenherr RD over Sterling Relief Drain carry?
About 29,860 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Schoenherr RD over Sterling Relief Drain?
The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).
Who owns Schoenherr RD over Sterling Relief Drain?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.