7th Street over Rabbit River
PoorPosted for loadAllegan County, Michigan · Approx 3/8MI S of 135th a · Structure no. 000000000000312
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 300
- 2002 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
7th Street over Rabbit River is a steel culvert carrying 7th Street over Rabbit River in Allegan County, Michigan. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 4 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 300 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 600 by 2002. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 7th Street over Rabbit River built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is 7th Street over 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does 7th Street over Rabbit River carry?
About 300 vehicles per day (2002 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is 7th Street over Rabbit River?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns 7th Street over Rabbit River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.