US Bridges

Garfield RD over Salt Slang Gloede Drain

Fair

Macomb County, Michigan · Macomb Twp Sec 31 & 32 · Structure no. 000000000006341

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
22,188
2008 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Garfield RD over Salt Slang Gloede Drain is a concrete culvert carrying Garfield RD over Salt Slang Gloede Drain in Macomb County, Michigan. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 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 22,188 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,971 by 2028. The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesGarfield RD
CrossesSalt Slang Gloede Drain
LocationMacomb Twp Sec 31 & 32
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates42.6279, -82.95345
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.2 US tons
Inventory rating37.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length36 ft (10.9 m)
Longest span36 ft (10.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,188 (2008)
Projected traffic32,971 by 2028
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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 Garfield RD over Salt Slang Gloede Drain built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is Garfield RD over Salt Slang Gloede 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Garfield RD over Salt Slang Gloede Drain carry?

About 22,188 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Garfield RD over Salt Slang Gloede Drain?

The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (10.9 m).

Who owns Garfield RD over Salt Slang Gloede Drain?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.