Basswood Road over Deer Creek
GoodBerrien County, Michigan · 0.3 Miles S of US-12 · Structure no. 000000000000983
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 917
- 2007 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Basswood Road over Deer Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Basswood Road over Deer Creek in Berrien County, Michigan. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 917 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,280 by 2027. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 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 | 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 Basswood Road over Deer Creek built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is Basswood Road 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Basswood Road over Deer Creek carry?
About 917 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Basswood Road over Deer Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns Basswood Road over Deer Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.