Germania Road over Evergreen-Austin Drain
GoodSanilac County, Michigan · Sec 13-14 Evergreen Twp · Structure no. 000000000009554
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 32 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 514
- 2009 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Germania Road over Evergreen-Austin Drain is a steel culvert carrying Germania Road over Evergreen-Austin Drain in Sanilac County, Michigan. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 514 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 930 by 2030. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Germania Road over Evergreen-Austin Drain built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is Germania Road over Evergreen-Austin 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Germania Road over Evergreen-Austin Drain carry?
About 514 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Germania Road over Evergreen-Austin Drain?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns Germania Road over Evergreen-Austin Drain?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.