15 Mile RD over Big Beaver Drain
FairMacomb County, Michigan · West of Ryan RD · Structure no. 000000000006422
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 24,642
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
15 Mile RD over Big Beaver Drain is a concrete culvert carrying 15 Mile RD over Big Beaver Drain in Macomb County, Michigan. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 5 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 24,642 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,227 by 2044. The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 15 Mile RD over Big Beaver Drain built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is 15 Mile RD over Big Beaver 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does 15 Mile RD over Big Beaver Drain carry?
About 24,642 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is 15 Mile RD over Big Beaver Drain?
The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m).
Who owns 15 Mile RD over Big Beaver Drain?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.