M-37 over Olson Creek
FairKent County, Michigan · 0.5 MI S of 12 MI RD · Structure no. 000000000004852
- Built
- 1923
- 102 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 20 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,377
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
M-37 over Olson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying M-37 over Olson Creek in Kent County, Michigan. It was built in 1923, so it is 102 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 10,377 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,599 by 2018. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long.
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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was M-37 over Olson Creek built?
It was built in 1923, making it 102 years old in 2025.
What condition is M-37 over Olson 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does M-37 over Olson Creek carry?
About 10,377 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is M-37 over Olson Creek?
The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns M-37 over Olson Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.