Reed RD over Northwood Creek
FairShiawassee County, Michigan · 2 MI W of New Lothrop · Structure no. 000000000009842
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 28 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 495
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Reed RD over Northwood Creek is a steel culvert carrying Reed RD over Northwood Creek in Shiawassee County, Michigan. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 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 495 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 736 by 2023. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Reed RD over Northwood Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is Reed RD over Northwood 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Reed RD over Northwood Creek carry?
About 495 vehicles per day (2003 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Reed RD over Northwood Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Reed RD over Northwood Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.