Marlette Road over Potts Drain
GoodSanilac County, Michigan · Sec 31 Washington Twp · Structure no. 000000000009529
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 25 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 840
- 2010 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Marlette Road over Potts Drain is a steel culvert carrying Marlette Road over Potts Drain in Sanilac County, Michigan. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 840 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,520 by 2030. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 Marlette Road over Potts Drain built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is Marlette Road over Potts 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Marlette Road over Potts Drain carry?
About 840 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Marlette Road over Potts Drain?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m).
Who owns Marlette Road over Potts Drain?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.