US Bridges

Romeo Plank RD over Gloede Drain

Good

Macomb County, Michigan · 0.5 Miles South of M-59 · Structure no. 000000000006258

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
20,070
2008 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Romeo Plank RD over Gloede Drain is a concrete culvert carrying Romeo Plank RD over Gloede Drain in Macomb County, Michigan. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 20,070 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,175 by 2028. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesRomeo Plank RD
CrossesGloede Drain
Location0.5 Miles South of M-59
RouteCounty Highway 2058
Coordinates42.6202, -82.93438
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span36 ft (11 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,070 (2008)
Projected traffic22,175 by 2028
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Romeo Plank RD over Gloede Drain built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is Romeo Plank RD over Gloede Drain 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Romeo Plank RD over Gloede Drain carry?

About 20,070 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Romeo Plank RD over Gloede Drain?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m).

Who owns Romeo Plank RD over Gloede Drain?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.