M-37 over Wheeler Creek
FairWexford County, Michigan · 1.0 MI N of Sherman · Structure no. 000000000012538
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,896
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
M-37 over Wheeler Creek is a concrete culvert carrying M-37 over Wheeler Creek in Wexford County, Michigan. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 5,896 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,175 by 2018. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long.
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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, 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 M-37 over Wheeler Creek built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is M-37 over Wheeler 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 2024.
How much traffic does M-37 over Wheeler Creek carry?
About 5,896 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is M-37 over Wheeler Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).
Who owns M-37 over Wheeler Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.