Alcott Street over Portage Creek
FairKalamazoo County, Michigan · City of Kalamazoo · Structure no. 000000000004668
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,377
- 1997 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Alcott Street over Portage Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Alcott Street over Portage Creek in Kalamazoo County, Michigan. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 5,377 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,990 by 2017. The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Alcott Street over Portage Creek built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is Alcott Street over Portage 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Alcott Street over Portage Creek carry?
About 5,377 vehicles per day (1997 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Alcott Street over Portage Creek?
The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (10.9 m).
Who owns Alcott Street over Portage Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.