US Bridges

M-15 over Clinton River

Good

Oakland County, Michigan · Independence Twp Sec 20 · Structure no. 000000000013250

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
16,486
2007 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

M-15 over Clinton River is a concrete culvert carrying M-15 over Clinton River in Oakland County, Michigan. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 16,486 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,460 by 2024. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesM-15
CrossesClinton River
LocationIndependence Twp Sec 20
RouteState Highway 15
Coordinates42.74432, -83.41944
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating76.4 US tons
Inventory rating45.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length22 ft (6.6 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,486 (2007)
Projected traffic23,460 by 2024
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 M-15 over Clinton River built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is M-15 over Clinton River 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does M-15 over Clinton River carry?

About 16,486 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is M-15 over Clinton River?

The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns M-15 over Clinton River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.