North Shore Drive over Paw Paw River
GoodBerrien County, Michigan · 7 Blks N of Main ST · Structure no. 000000000001053
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 174 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,500
- 2004 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
North Shore Drive over Paw Paw River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying North Shore Drive over Paw Paw River in Berrien County, Michigan. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 2,500 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,500 by 2024. The structure is 174 ft (53 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was North Shore Drive over Paw Paw River built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is North Shore Drive over Paw Paw 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does North Shore Drive over Paw Paw River carry?
About 2,500 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is North Shore Drive over Paw Paw River?
The structure is 174 ft (53 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns North Shore Drive over Paw Paw River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.