Hanover Road over S Branch Kalamazoo River
PoorClosed to trafficJackson County, Michigan · 2.5 M W & 1.0 M S Pulaski · Structure no. 000000000004526
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 37 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 150
- 2002 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Hanover Road over S Branch Kalamazoo River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Hanover Road over S Branch Kalamazoo River in Jackson County, Michigan. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 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 2 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. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 150 vehicles a day, projected to reach 175 by 2022. The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Hanover Road over S Branch Kalamazoo River built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.
What condition is Hanover Road over S Branch Kalamazoo 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Hanover Road over S Branch Kalamazoo River carry?
About 150 vehicles per day (2002 count).
How long is Hanover Road over S Branch Kalamazoo River?
The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.6 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns Hanover Road over S Branch Kalamazoo River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.