Leith Street over W Boulevard; Flint River
PoorGenesee County, Michigan · In Flint · Structure no. 000000000002836
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 254 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,084
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Leith Street over W Boulevard; Flint River is a concrete arch - deck carrying Leith Street over W Boulevard; Flint River in Genesee County, Michigan. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 1,084 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,323 by 2041. The structure is 254 ft (77.4 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Leith Street over W Boulevard; Flint River built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is Leith Street over W Boulevard; Flint River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in December 2024.
How much traffic does Leith Street over W Boulevard; Flint River carry?
About 1,084 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Leith Street over W Boulevard; Flint River?
The structure is 254 ft (77.4 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.
Who owns Leith Street over W Boulevard; Flint River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.