US Bridges

Polo Fields Drive over U of M Lake Drain

Good

Washtenaw County, Michigan · Scio Twp Sec 27 · Structure no. 000000000012975

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,595
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Polo Fields Drive over U of M Lake Drain is a concrete culvert carrying Polo Fields Drive over U of M Lake Drain in Washtenaw County, Michigan. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 1,595 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,881 by 2026. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long.

CarriesPolo Fields Drive
CrossesU of M Lake Drain
LocationScio Twp Sec 27
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates42.27584, -83.83327
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.2 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.8 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,595 (2006)
Projected traffic2,881 by 2026
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Polo Fields Drive over U of M Lake Drain built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is Polo Fields Drive over U of M Lake 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 2023.

How much traffic does Polo Fields Drive over U of M Lake Drain carry?

About 1,595 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is Polo Fields Drive over U of M Lake Drain?

The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).

Who owns Polo Fields Drive over U of M Lake Drain?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.