US-12 over Deer Creek
GoodBerrien County, Michigan · 1.4 MI W of Three Oaks · Structure no. 000000000000858
- Built
- 2017
- 8 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,975
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-12 over Deer Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-12 over Deer Creek in Berrien County, Michigan. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 5,975 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,625 by 2037. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long.
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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-12 over Deer Creek built?
It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-12 over Deer Creek 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US-12 over Deer Creek carry?
About 5,975 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US-12 over Deer Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.2 m).
Who owns US-12 over Deer Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.