Day Road over Forester Creek
FairSanilac County, Michigan · Sec 7 Forester Twp · Structure no. 000000000009621
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 120
- 2010 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Day Road over Forester Creek is a steel culvert carrying Day Road over Forester Creek in Sanilac County, Michigan. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 120 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 220 by 2030. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Day Road over Forester Creek built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is Day Road over Forester Creek 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Day Road over Forester Creek carry?
About 120 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Day Road over Forester Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.8 m).
Who owns Day Road over Forester Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.