US Bridges

M-19 over Br of Elk Creek

Good

Sanilac County, Michigan · 6.5 MI S of M-46 · Structure no. 000000000009466

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,553
2007 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

M-19 over Br of Elk Creek is a concrete culvert carrying M-19 over Br of Elk Creek in Sanilac County, Michigan. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 4,553 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,147 by 2018. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesM-19
CrossesBr of Elk Creek
Location6.5 MI S of M-46
RouteState Highway 19
CountySanilac County
StateMichigan
Coordinates43.32885, -82.82259
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating81 US tons
Inventory rating48.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span27 ft (8.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,553 (2007)
Projected traffic6,147 by 2018
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedDeck replacement with only incidental widening
Estimated improvement cost$6,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was M-19 over Br of Elk Creek built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is M-19 over Br of Elk 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does M-19 over Br of Elk Creek carry?

About 4,553 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is M-19 over Br of Elk Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m).

Who owns M-19 over Br of Elk Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.