Jordan Road over Little Thornapple River
PoorPosted for loadBarry County, Michigan · 400 Ft E of Martin RD · Structure no. 000000000013954
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 20 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2017 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Jordan Road over Little Thornapple River is a steel culvert carrying Jordan Road over Little Thornapple River in Barry County, Michigan. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 3 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 150 by 2037. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Jordan Road over Little Thornapple River built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is Jordan Road over Little Thornapple 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Jordan Road over Little Thornapple River carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Jordan Road over Little Thornapple River?
The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.9 m).
Who owns Jordan Road over Little Thornapple River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.