US-127 over Lime Creek
FairHillsdale County, Michigan · 4.8 MI N Ohio State Line · Structure no. 000000000003272
- Built
- 1946
- 79 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 20 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,056
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-127 over Lime Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-127 over Lime Creek in Hillsdale County, Michigan. It was built in 1946, so it is 79 years old, older than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 3,056 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,603 by 2018. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Frequently asked questions
When was US-127 over Lime Creek built?
It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-127 over Lime Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does US-127 over Lime Creek carry?
About 3,056 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-127 over Lime Creek?
The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns US-127 over Lime Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.