US Bridges

Algoma Ave over Cedar Creek

Good

Kent County, Michigan · 0.30 MI N of 13 Mile RD · Structure no. 000000000005055

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,701
2004 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Algoma Ave over Cedar Creek is a steel culvert carrying Algoma Ave over Cedar Creek in Kent County, Michigan. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 3,701 vehicles a day, projected to reach 6,290 by 2024. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long.

CarriesAlgoma Ave
CrossesCedar Creek
Location0.30 MI N of 13 Mile RD
RouteCounty Highway 4137
Coordinates43.16549, -85.61109
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.6 US tons
Inventory rating41.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length30 ft (9.1 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 traffic3,701 (2004)
Projected traffic6,290 by 2024
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Algoma Ave over Cedar Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Algoma Ave over Cedar Creek 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Algoma Ave over Cedar Creek carry?

About 3,701 vehicles per day (2004 count).

How long is Algoma Ave over Cedar Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).

Who owns Algoma Ave over Cedar Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.