US Bridges

18.5 Mile RD over Plum Brook Drain

Good

Macomb County, Michigan · East of Ryan RD · Structure no. 000000000006432

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,601
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

18.5 Mile RD over Plum Brook Drain is a concrete culvert carrying 18.5 Mile RD over Plum Brook Drain in Macomb County, Michigan. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 1,601 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,769 by 2044. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Carries18.5 Mile RD
CrossesPlum Brook Drain
LocationEast of Ryan RD
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates42.60145, -83.05792
Functional classUrban Local

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 inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span46 ft (14 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,601 (2024)
Projected traffic1,769 by 2044
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 18.5 Mile RD over Plum Brook Drain built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is 18.5 Mile RD over Plum Brook 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does 18.5 Mile RD over Plum Brook Drain carry?

About 1,601 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is 18.5 Mile RD over Plum Brook Drain?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m).

Who owns 18.5 Mile RD over Plum Brook Drain?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.