Ferry Road over Porter Creek
GoodCharlevoix County, Michigan · Eveline Twp Sec 29 & 30 · Structure no. 000000000012960
- Built
- 2000
- 25 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
- Length
- 22 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,396
- 2001 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ferry Road over Porter Creek is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Ferry Road over Porter Creek in Charlevoix County, Michigan. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 1,396 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,521 by 2021. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long.
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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ferry Road over Porter Creek built?
It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ferry Road over Porter Creek 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 2024.
How much traffic does Ferry Road over Porter Creek carry?
About 1,396 vehicles per day (2001 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Ferry Road over Porter Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.5 m).
Who owns Ferry Road over Porter Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.