US-12 over Coldwater River
GoodBranch County, Michigan · W Lts of Coldwater · Structure no. 000000000001066
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 77 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 10,550
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-12 over Coldwater River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-12 over Coldwater River in Branch County, Michigan. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 86 years old, older 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 10,550 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,650 by 2043. The structure is 77 ft (23.4 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-12 over Coldwater River built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
What condition is US-12 over Coldwater 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does US-12 over Coldwater River carry?
About 10,550 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US-12 over Coldwater River?
The structure is 77 ft (23.4 m) long with a longest span of 77 ft (23.4 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.
Who owns US-12 over Coldwater River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.