Souter Road over Barnard Drain
GoodOakland County, Michigan · 0.2 MI S of Maple Road · Structure no. 000000000008310
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 950
- 1997 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Souter Road over Barnard Drain is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Souter Road 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 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 950 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,000 by 2010. The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Souter Road over Barnard Drain built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is Souter Road over Barnard Drain 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Souter Road over Barnard Drain carry?
About 950 vehicles per day (1997 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is Souter Road over Barnard Drain?
The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns Souter Road over Barnard Drain?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.