US Bridges

Meddler Ave over Lincoln Lake Drain

Fair

Kent County, Michigan · 0.50 MI N of 18 Mile RD · Structure no. 000000000005078

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
41 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,774
2005 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Meddler Ave over Lincoln Lake Drain is a steel culvert carrying Meddler Ave over Lincoln Lake Drain in Kent County, Michigan. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 2,774 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,720 by 2025. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesMeddler Ave
CrossesLincoln Lake Drain
Location0.50 MI N of 18 Mile RD
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyKent County
StateMichigan
Coordinates43.24191, -85.36929
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 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 alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating51.5 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,774 (2005)
Projected traffic4,720 by 2025
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 Meddler Ave over Lincoln Lake Drain built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is Meddler Ave over Lincoln Lake Drain 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Meddler Ave over Lincoln Lake Drain carry?

About 2,774 vehicles per day (2005 count).

How long is Meddler Ave over Lincoln Lake Drain?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns Meddler Ave over Lincoln Lake Drain?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.