Shiawassee Street over Branch Upper Rouge River
PoorOakland County, Michigan · 50FT W of Farmington Road · Structure no. 000000000008236
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 30 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,290
- 2008 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Shiawassee Street over Branch Upper Rouge River is a steel culvert carrying Shiawassee Street over Branch Upper Rouge River in Oakland County, Michigan. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 years old, younger 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 4 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.
It carries about 4,290 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,500 by 2028. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Shiawassee Street over Branch Upper Rouge River built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is Shiawassee Street over Branch Upper Rouge River 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Shiawassee Street over Branch Upper Rouge River carry?
About 4,290 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Shiawassee Street over Branch Upper Rouge River?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m).
Who owns Shiawassee Street over Branch Upper Rouge River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.