US-23 over Horseshoe Lake Drain
FairWashtenaw County, Michigan · N of Barker RD · Structure no. 000000000013832
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 66,750
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-23 over Horseshoe Lake Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US-23 over Horseshoe Lake Drain in Washtenaw County, Michigan. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 5 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 66,750 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 71,150 by 2037. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 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 US-23 over Horseshoe Lake Drain built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-23 over Horseshoe Lake Drain 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US-23 over Horseshoe Lake Drain carry?
About 66,750 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US-23 over Horseshoe Lake Drain?
The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).
Who owns US-23 over Horseshoe Lake Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.