Oakwood over Kearsley Drain
FairOakland County, Michigan · East of Ortonville · Structure no. 000000000008190
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 28 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,833
- 1997 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Oakwood over Kearsley Drain is a steel culvert carrying Oakwood over Kearsley Drain in Oakland County, Michigan. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, older than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 3,833 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,000 by 2017. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Oakwood over Kearsley Drain built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is Oakwood over Kearsley Drain in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does Oakwood over Kearsley Drain carry?
About 3,833 vehicles per day (1997 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Oakwood over Kearsley Drain?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns Oakwood over Kearsley Drain?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.