US Bridges

Haynes Street over Clam River

Fair

Wexford County, Michigan · W Haynes ST over Clam Rv · Structure no. 000000000012590

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,700
2004 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Haynes Street over Clam River is a concrete slab carrying Haynes Street over Clam River in Wexford County, Michigan. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 4,700 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,500 by 2024. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesHaynes Street
CrossesClam River
LocationW Haynes ST over Clam Rv
RouteCity Street 2031
CountyWexford County
StateMichigan
Coordinates44.25316, -85.41077
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating70.3 US tons
Inventory rating42.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width62 ft (18.9 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,700 (2004)
Projected traffic8,500 by 2024
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$305,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Haynes Street over Clam River built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is Haynes Street over Clam River 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Haynes Street over Clam River carry?

About 4,700 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Haynes Street over Clam River?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.

Who owns Haynes Street over Clam River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.