Birch RD over Red Cedar River
FairIngham County, Michigan · Michigan State University · Structure no. 000000000014684
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 180 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- Other State Agency
About this bridge
Birch RD over Red Cedar River is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying Birch RD over Red Cedar River in Ingham County, Michigan. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger 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 6 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 5 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5 by 2022. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Birch RD over Red Cedar River built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is Birch RD over Red Cedar River 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does Birch RD over Red Cedar River carry?
About 5 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Birch RD over Red Cedar River?
The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns Birch RD over Red Cedar River?
It is owned by the Other State Agency.