Capital Avenue S W over Kalamazoo River
GoodCalhoun County, Michigan · N of Dickman (I-94BL) · Structure no. 000000000001412
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old, rebuilt 2013
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 70 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 16,300
- 1993 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Capital Avenue S W over Kalamazoo River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Capital Avenue S W over Kalamazoo River in Calhoun County, Michigan. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 2013, so it is 67 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 16,300 vehicles a day, projected to reach 19,900 by 2003. The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long and 58 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Capital Avenue S W over Kalamazoo River built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2013.
What condition is Capital Avenue S W over Kalamazoo 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 Capital Avenue S W over Kalamazoo River carry?
About 16,300 vehicles per day (1993 count).
How long is Capital Avenue S W over Kalamazoo River?
The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.
Who owns Capital Avenue S W over Kalamazoo River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.