Walton Road over Spring Valley Drain
GoodBerrien County, Michigan · 3 MI NW of Niles · Structure no. 000000000013097
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 21 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,773
- 2006 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Walton Road over Spring Valley Drain is a steel culvert carrying Walton Road over Spring Valley Drain in Berrien County, Michigan. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 3,773 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,000 by 2027. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Walton Road over Spring Valley Drain built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is Walton Road over Spring Valley Drain 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Walton Road over Spring Valley Drain carry?
About 3,773 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Walton Road over Spring Valley Drain?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).
Who owns Walton Road over Spring Valley Drain?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.