Meskill Road over Tinsman Drain
GoodSt. Clair County, Michigan · Sec. 8-17 Columbus Twp. · Structure no. 000000000010151
- Built
- 2016
- 9 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
- Length
- 45 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 200
- 2015 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Meskill Road over Tinsman Drain is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Meskill Road over Tinsman Drain 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 200 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 250 by 2035. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 Meskill Road over Tinsman Drain built?
It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.
What condition is Meskill Road over Tinsman 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does Meskill Road over Tinsman Drain carry?
About 200 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Meskill Road over Tinsman Drain?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.5 m).
Who owns Meskill Road over Tinsman Drain?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.