US Bridges

Second ST over Paint Creek

Good

Oakland County, Michigan · East of Rochester RD · Structure no. 000000000008274

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
12,710
2008 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Second ST over Paint Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Second ST over Paint Creek in Oakland County, Michigan. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 12,710 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,890 by 2028. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesSecond ST
CrossesPaint Creek
LocationEast of Rochester RD
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates42.67949, -83.12927
Functional classUrban Local

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 inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,710 (2008)
Projected traffic18,890 by 2028
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Second ST over Paint Creek built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is Second ST over Paint 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Second ST over Paint Creek carry?

About 12,710 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Second ST over Paint Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m).

Who owns Second ST over Paint Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.