US Bridges

US-24 over Little Sandy Creek

Good

Monroe County, Michigan · 2.8 MI N of Monroe · Structure no. 000000000007128

Built
2012
13 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
22,800
2011 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-24 over Little Sandy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-24 over Little Sandy Creek in Monroe County, Michigan. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 22,800 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,400 by 2031. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long.

CarriesUS-24
CrossesLittle Sandy Creek
Location2.8 MI N of Monroe
RouteU.S. Route 24
Coordinates41.95525, -83.39664
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating50.7 US tons
Inventory rating38.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,800 (2011)
Projected traffic25,400 by 2031
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-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 US-24 over Little Sandy Creek built?

It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-24 over Little Sandy 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does US-24 over Little Sandy Creek carry?

About 22,800 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is US-24 over Little Sandy Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.3 m).

Who owns US-24 over Little Sandy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.