US Bridges

M-19 over Pine River

Good

St. Clair County, Michigan · 2.8 MI N of M-21 · Structure no. 000000000009902

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,977
2007 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

M-19 over Pine River is a concrete culvert carrying M-19 over Pine River in St. Clair County, Michigan. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 3,977 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,160 by 2028. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesM-19
CrossesPine River
Location2.8 MI N of M-21
RouteState Highway 19
Coordinates43.03459, -82.76291
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71.1 US tons
Inventory rating42.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,977 (2007)
Projected traffic6,160 by 2028
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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-19 over Pine River built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is M-19 over Pine 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does M-19 over Pine River carry?

About 3,977 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is M-19 over Pine River?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).

Who owns M-19 over Pine River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.