M-21 over Bellany Creek
FairIonia County, Michigan · 2.3 MI W of Ionia · Structure no. 000000000004004
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 31 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,147
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
M-21 over Bellany Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying M-21 over Bellany Creek in Ionia County, Michigan. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 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 5,147 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,530 by 2018. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was M-21 over Bellany Creek built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.
What condition is M-21 over Bellany 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does M-21 over Bellany Creek carry?
About 5,147 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is M-21 over Bellany Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.8 m).
Who owns M-21 over Bellany Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.