Bentley Road over Little Betsie River
GoodBenzie County, Michigan · 1.5 MI E of CR-669 · Structure no. 000000000013523
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
- Length
- 20 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 55
- 2009 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bentley Road over Little Betsie River is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Bentley Road over Little Betsie River in Benzie County, Michigan. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 55 vehicles a day, projected to reach 75 by 2026. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bentley Road over Little Betsie River built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bentley Road over Little Betsie River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.
How much traffic does Bentley Road over Little Betsie River carry?
About 55 vehicles per day (2009 count).
How long is Bentley Road over Little Betsie River?
The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.2 m).
Who owns Bentley Road over Little Betsie River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.