US Bridges

M-37 over Whiskey Ck(lt Plster Cr)

Good

Kent County, Michigan · 1.0 MI S of M-11 · Structure no. 000000000004839

Built
1946
79 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
29,172
2007 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

M-37 over Whiskey Ck(lt Plster Cr) is a concrete culvert carrying M-37 over Whiskey Ck(lt Plster Cr) in Kent 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 29,172 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,488 by 2018. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesM-37
CrossesWhiskey Ck(lt Plster Cr)
Location1.0 MI S of M-11
RouteState Highway 37
Coordinates42.89919, -85.57757
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.3 US tons
Inventory rating29.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span13 ft (3.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic29,172 (2007)
Projected traffic31,488 by 2018
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was M-37 over Whiskey Ck(lt Plster Cr) built?

It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025.

What condition is M-37 over Whiskey Ck(lt Plster Cr) in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.

How much traffic does M-37 over Whiskey Ck(lt Plster Cr) carry?

About 29,172 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is M-37 over Whiskey Ck(lt Plster Cr)?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).

Who owns M-37 over Whiskey Ck(lt Plster Cr)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.