144th Ave over Little Rabbit River
PoorPosted for loadAllegan County, Michigan · Approx 1/8MI W of 21st ST · Structure no. 000000000000233
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 147
- 2002 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
144th Ave over Little Rabbit River is a steel culvert carrying 144th Ave over Little Rabbit River in Allegan County, Michigan. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 147 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 294 by 2022. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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.
| 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 | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 144th Ave over Little Rabbit River built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is 144th Ave over Little Rabbit River 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 144th Ave over Little Rabbit River carry?
About 147 vehicles per day (2002 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is 144th Ave over Little Rabbit River?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns 144th Ave over Little Rabbit River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.