US Bridges

I-94 over Stocks Creek

Fair

St. Clair County, Michigan · 430 Ft N of Lapeer RD · Structure no. 000000000009992

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
28 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
29,650
2007 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-94 over Stocks Creek is a steel culvert carrying I-94 over Stocks Creek in St. Clair County, Michigan. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 6 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 29,650 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 38,070 by 2018. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long.

Location

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CarriesI-94
CrossesStocks Creek
Location430 Ft N of Lapeer RD
RouteInterstate 94
CountySt. Clair County
StateMichigan
Coordinates42.98084, -82.47523
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating107.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic29,650 (2007)
Projected traffic38,070 by 2018
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 I-94 over Stocks Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-94 over Stocks Creek 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does I-94 over Stocks Creek carry?

About 29,650 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is I-94 over Stocks Creek?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns I-94 over Stocks Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.