Michigan Avenue over Battle Creek River
GoodCalhoun County, Michigan · In Battle Creek · Structure no. 000000000001409
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 113 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,900
- 2017 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Michigan Avenue over Battle Creek River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Michigan Avenue over Battle Creek River in Calhoun County, Michigan. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 6,900 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,600 by 2037. The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Michigan Avenue over Battle Creek River built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is Michigan Avenue over Battle Creek 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Michigan Avenue over Battle Creek River carry?
About 6,900 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Michigan Avenue over Battle Creek River?
The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.
Who owns Michigan Avenue over Battle Creek River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.