Saltz Road over Fellows Creek
FairWayne County, Michigan · Cantone/Sheldon · Structure no. 000000000012257
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 36 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,000
- 1991 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Saltz Road over Fellows Creek is a steel culvert carrying Saltz Road over Fellows Creek in Wayne County, Michigan. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,200 by 2015. The structure is 36 ft (10.9 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, 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 Saltz Road over Fellows Creek built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is Saltz Road over Fellows 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Saltz Road over Fellows Creek carry?
About 1,000 vehicles per day (1991 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Saltz Road over Fellows Creek?
The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Saltz Road over Fellows Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.