US Bridges

John Hix RD over Tonquish Creek

Good

Wayne County, Michigan · In Westland · Structure no. 000000000012525

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
42 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,885
2004 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

John Hix RD over Tonquish Creek is a concrete culvert carrying John Hix RD over Tonquish Creek in Wayne County, Michigan. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 7,885 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,913 by 2027. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesJohn Hix RD
CrossesTonquish Creek
LocationIn Westland
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates42.30283, -83.42274
Functional classUrban 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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span42 ft (12.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,885 (2004)
Projected traffic9,913 by 2027
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 John Hix RD over Tonquish Creek built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is John Hix RD over Tonquish Creek 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does John Hix RD over Tonquish Creek carry?

About 7,885 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is John Hix RD over Tonquish Creek?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m).

Who owns John Hix RD over Tonquish Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.