Stilson Road over Potts Drain
FairSanilac County, Michigan · Sec 8-17 Buel Twp · Structure no. 000000000009525
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 21 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 320
- 2010 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Stilson Road over Potts Drain is a steel culvert carrying Stilson Road over Potts Drain in Sanilac County, Michigan. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 320 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 575 by 2030. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Stilson Road over Potts Drain built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is Stilson Road over Potts Drain in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does Stilson Road over Potts Drain carry?
About 320 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Stilson Road over Potts Drain?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).
Who owns Stilson Road over Potts Drain?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.