US Bridges

Martindale over Novi-Lyon Drain

PoorClosed to traffic

Oakland County, Michigan · South of Travis · Structure no. 000000000008201

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,080
2016 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Martindale over Novi-Lyon Drain is a steel culvert carrying Martindale over Novi-Lyon Drain in Oakland County, Michigan. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 2 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.

It carries about 1,080 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,460 by 2036. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesMartindale
CrossesNovi-Lyon Drain
LocationSouth of Travis
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyOakland County
StateMichigan
Coordinates42.49513, -83.63878
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert2 CriticalAdvanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating9.6 US tons
Inventory rating5.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,080 (2016)
Projected traffic1,460 by 2036
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 Martindale over Novi-Lyon Drain built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Martindale over Novi-Lyon Drain in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.

How much traffic does Martindale over Novi-Lyon Drain carry?

About 1,080 vehicles per day (2016 count).

How long is Martindale over Novi-Lyon Drain?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).

Who owns Martindale over Novi-Lyon Drain?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.