M-46 over Plank Road #16 Drain
GoodSaginaw County, Michigan · 1.5 MI East of Merrill · Structure no. 000000000009088
- Built
- 2018
- 7 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 6,100
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
M-46 over Plank Road #16 Drain is a concrete culvert carrying M-46 over Plank Road #16 Drain in Saginaw County, Michigan. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 6,100 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,750 by 2038. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long.
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was M-46 over Plank Road #16 Drain built?
It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.
What condition is M-46 over Plank Road #16 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does M-46 over Plank Road #16 Drain carry?
About 6,100 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is M-46 over Plank Road #16 Drain?
The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.8 m).
Who owns M-46 over Plank Road #16 Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.