US Bridges

Shaffer RD (east) over Bluff Creek

Good

Midland County, Michigan · Warren Twp Sec 23/26 · Structure no. 000000000014049

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
30 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,034
2017 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Shaffer RD (east) over Bluff Creek is a concrete slab carrying Shaffer RD (east) over Bluff Creek in Midland County, Michigan. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 1,034 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,372 by 2037. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesShaffer RD (east)
CrossesBluff Creek
LocationWarren Twp Sec 23/26
RouteCounty Highway 5680
CountyMidland County
StateMichigan
Coordinates43.7563, -84.5088
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating77.2 US tons
Inventory rating60 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span26 ft (7.9 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,034 (2017)
Projected traffic1,372 by 2037
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Shaffer RD (east) over Bluff Creek built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is Shaffer RD (east) over Bluff Creek 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Shaffer RD (east) over Bluff Creek carry?

About 1,034 vehicles per day (2017 count).

How long is Shaffer RD (east) over Bluff Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns Shaffer RD (east) over Bluff Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.