US-12 over Brandywine Creek
FairBerrien County, Michigan · 0.88 MI NE of M-51 · Structure no. 000000000013944
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,100
- 2014 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-12 over Brandywine Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-12 over Brandywine Creek in Berrien County, Michigan. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 years old, older than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 14,100 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,200 by 2034. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-12 over Brandywine Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-12 over Brandywine Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does US-12 over Brandywine Creek carry?
About 14,100 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US-12 over Brandywine Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US-12 over Brandywine Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.