Krafft Road over Howe Drain
GoodSt. Clair County, Michigan · Sec. 22-27 Ft Gratiot Twp · Structure no. 000000000010165
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
- Length
- 24 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 8,575
- 2005 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Krafft Road over Howe Drain is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Krafft Road over Howe Drain in St. Clair County, Michigan. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 8,575 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,740 by 2025. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Krafft Road over Howe Drain built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is Krafft Road over Howe 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Krafft Road over Howe Drain carry?
About 8,575 vehicles per day (2005 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Krafft Road over Howe Drain?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).
Who owns Krafft Road over Howe Drain?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.