Ruth Road over Smith Drain

Fair Condition96 years old1,230 vehicles/day

Location

StateMichigan
CountyHuron
LocationSec. 17-18 Sherman Twp.
CarriesRuth Road
CrossesSmith Drain
Coordinates43.74325, -82.74077

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignSlab
Total Length23.0 ft (7 m)
Max Span22.0 ft (6.7 m)
Deck Width40.4 ft (12.3 m)
Deck Area86.1 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1930

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,230 (2009)
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection923
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000003552

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