Stephenson HWY over Barnard Drain
FairOakland County, Michigan · 0.2 MI S of Maple Road · Structure no. 000000000008308
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 31 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 23,900
- 2012 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Stephenson HWY over Barnard Drain is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Stephenson HWY over Barnard 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 5 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 23,900 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,500 by 2032. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Stephenson HWY over Barnard Drain built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is Stephenson HWY over Barnard 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Stephenson HWY over Barnard Drain carry?
About 23,900 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Stephenson HWY over Barnard Drain?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns Stephenson HWY over Barnard Drain?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.