US Bridges

Indian Lakes RD over Cedar Creek

Fair

Kent County, Michigan · 0.50 MI E of Algoma RD · Structure no. 000000000005105

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
741
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Indian Lakes RD over Cedar Creek is a steel culvert carrying Indian Lakes RD over Cedar Creek in Kent County, Michigan. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 741 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,260 by 2023. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesIndian Lakes RD
CrossesCedar Creek
Location0.50 MI E of Algoma RD
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyKent County
StateMichigan
Coordinates43.19733, -85.60111
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 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 alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating45.3 US tons
Inventory rating37.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length25 ft (7.6 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 traffic741 (2003)
Projected traffic1,260 by 2023
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 Indian Lakes RD over Cedar Creek built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is Indian Lakes RD 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 Indian Lakes RD over Cedar Creek carry?

About 741 vehicles per day (2003 count).

How long is Indian Lakes RD over Cedar Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).

Who owns Indian Lakes RD over Cedar Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.