Mill over Kearsley Drain
FairOakland County, Michigan · In Ortonville · Structure no. 000000000008250
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 28 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,196
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mill over Kearsley Drain is a steel culvert carrying Mill over Kearsley Drain in Oakland County, Michigan. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 3,196 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,900 by 2041. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mill over Kearsley Drain built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mill 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Mill over Kearsley Drain carry?
About 3,196 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Mill over Kearsley Drain?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns Mill over Kearsley Drain?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.