Hessen Road over Meldrum Drain
GoodSt. Clair County, Michigan · Sec. 34-35 Casco Twp. · Structure no. 000000000010132
- Built
- 2014
- 11 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 110
- 2015 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Hessen Road over Meldrum Drain is a steel culvert carrying Hessen Road over Meldrum Drain in St. Clair County, Michigan. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 110 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 165 by 2035. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 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 | 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 Hessen Road over Meldrum Drain built?
It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.
What condition is Hessen Road over Meldrum 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Hessen Road over Meldrum Drain carry?
About 110 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is Hessen Road over Meldrum Drain?
The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns Hessen Road over Meldrum Drain?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.