Shephard Road over Setter I/C Drain
FairSanilac County, Michigan · Sec 14-15 Flynn Twp · Structure no. 000000000009544
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 835
- 2016 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Shephard Road over Setter I/C Drain is a steel culvert carrying Shephard Road over Setter I/C Drain in Sanilac County, Michigan. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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 5 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 835 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,510 by 2036. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Shephard Road over Setter I/C Drain built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Shephard Road over Setter I/C 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Shephard Road over Setter I/C Drain carry?
About 835 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Shephard Road over Setter I/C Drain?
The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.8 m).
Who owns Shephard Road over Setter I/C Drain?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.