M-53 over Moores Drain
GoodMacomb County, Michigan · Just S of 17 Mile RD · Structure no. 000000000013533
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 61,396
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
M-53 over Moores Drain is a concrete culvert carrying M-53 over Moores Drain in Macomb County, Michigan. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 61,396 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 72,398 by 2018. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was M-53 over Moores Drain built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is M-53 over Moores 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does M-53 over Moores Drain carry?
About 61,396 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is M-53 over Moores Drain?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns M-53 over Moores Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.