US Bridges

Peck Road over Elk Creek Drain

Good

Sanilac County, Michigan · Sec 30-31 Elk Twp · Structure no. 000000000009522

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,538
2010 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Peck Road over Elk Creek Drain is a concrete culvert carrying Peck Road over Elk Creek Drain in Sanilac County, Michigan. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,538 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,778 by 2030. The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesPeck Road
CrossesElk Creek Drain
LocationSec 30-31 Elk Twp
RouteCounty Highway 7418
Coordinates43.2574, -82.87717
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating107.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length34 ft (10.3 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,538 (2010)
Projected traffic2,778 by 2030
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Peck Road over Elk Creek Drain built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is Peck Road over Elk Creek 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 Peck Road over Elk Creek Drain carry?

About 1,538 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Peck Road over Elk Creek Drain?

The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.3 m).

Who owns Peck Road over Elk Creek Drain?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.