Barnes Road (east) over Perry Creek
FairPosted for loadTuscola County, Michigan · Sec 18-19 Millington Twp · Structure no. 000000000010632
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 28 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 945
- 2009 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Barnes Road (east) over Perry Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Barnes Road (east) over Perry Creek in Tuscola County, Michigan. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 945 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,705 by 2029. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 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 Barnes Road (east) over Perry Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Barnes Road (east) over Perry 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Barnes Road (east) over Perry Creek carry?
About 945 vehicles per day (2009 count).
How long is Barnes Road (east) over Perry Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns Barnes Road (east) over Perry Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.