US Bridges

M-59 WB over Middle Br Clinton River

Good

Macomb County, Michigan · 4.2 Miles E of M-53 · Structure no. 000000000012653

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
135 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
31,800
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

M-59 WB over Middle Br Clinton River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying M-59 WB over Middle Br Clinton River in Macomb County, Michigan. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 31,800 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,150 by 2041. The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long and 68 ft wide.

CarriesM-59 WB
CrossesMiddle Br Clinton River
Location4.2 Miles E of M-53
RouteState Highway 59
Coordinates42.6281, -82.93103
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating56.8 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length135 ft (41.1 m)
Longest span44 ft (13.3 m)
Deck width68 ft (20.7 m)
Roadway width59 ft (18 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic31,800 (2021)
Projected traffic35,150 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 M-59 WB over Middle Br Clinton River built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is M-59 WB over Middle Br Clinton River 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does M-59 WB over Middle Br Clinton River carry?

About 31,800 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is M-59 WB over Middle Br Clinton River?

The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.3 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.

Who owns M-59 WB over Middle Br Clinton River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.