US Bridges

140th Ave over Red Run Drain

PoorPosted for load

Allegan County, Michigan · Approx 1/8MI W of 16th ST · Structure no. 000000000000232

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
279
2002 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

140th Ave over Red Run Drain is a steel culvert carrying 140th Ave over Red Run Drain in Allegan County, Michigan. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, older than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 2 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 279 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 558 by 2022. The structure is 31 ft (9.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Carries140th Ave
CrossesRed Run Drain
LocationApprox 1/8MI W of 16th ST
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates42.71048, -85.70353
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert2 CriticalAdvanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 6 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40.7 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length31 ft (9.3 m)
Longest span13 ft (3.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic279 (2002)
Projected traffic558 by 2022
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 140th Ave over Red Run Drain built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is 140th Ave over Red Run Drain in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does 140th Ave over Red Run Drain carry?

About 279 vehicles per day (2002 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is 140th Ave over Red Run Drain?

The structure is 31 ft (9.3 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).

Who owns 140th Ave over Red Run Drain?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.