Smiths Creek Road over Smiths Creek
GoodSt. Clair County, Michigan · Sec 30-31 Kimball Twp · Structure no. 000000000010053
- Built
- 2016
- 9 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,080
- 2016 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Smiths Creek Road over Smiths Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Smiths Creek Road over Smiths Creek in St. Clair County, Michigan. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 1,080 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,320 by 2036. The structure is 44 ft (13.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Smiths Creek Road over Smiths Creek built?
It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.
What condition is Smiths Creek Road over Smiths Creek 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 2024.
How much traffic does Smiths Creek Road over Smiths Creek carry?
About 1,080 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Smiths Creek Road over Smiths Creek?
The structure is 44 ft (13.5 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m).
Who owns Smiths Creek Road over Smiths Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.