US Bridges

Algoma Ave over Cedar Creek

Fair

Kent County, Michigan · 300 Ft S of 15 Mile RD · Structure no. 000000000005060

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,725
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 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 3,725 vehicles a day, projected to reach 6,330 by 2024. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesAlgoma Ave
CrossesCedar Creek
Location300 Ft S of 15 Mile RD
RouteCounty Highway 4137
CountyKent County
StateMichigan
Coordinates43.18905, -85.61139
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
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 rating51 US tons
Inventory rating43.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,725 (2004)
Projected traffic6,330 by 2024
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
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 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Algoma Ave over Cedar Creek carry?

About 3,725 vehicles per day (2004 count).

How long is Algoma Ave over Cedar Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).

Who owns Algoma Ave over Cedar Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.