Wales Center Road over Apply Drain
GoodSt. Clair County, Michigan · Sec. 15 Wales Twp. · Structure no. 000000000010093
- Built
- 2015
- 10 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,863
- 2014 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wales Center Road over Apply Drain is a concrete culvert carrying Wales Center Road over Apply Drain in St. Clair County, Michigan. It was built in 2015, so it is 10 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 2,863 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,490 by 2034. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 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 Wales Center Road over Apply Drain built?
It was built in 2015, making it 10 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wales Center Road over Apply 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Wales Center Road over Apply Drain carry?
About 2,863 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.
How long is Wales Center Road over Apply Drain?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m).
Who owns Wales Center Road over Apply Drain?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.