US Bridges

Vinton Ave over Unnamed Creek

Good

Kent County, Michigan · 0.10 MI N of Hayes · Structure no. 000000000005116

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
684
2004 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Vinton Ave over Unnamed Creek is a steel culvert carrying Vinton Ave over Unnamed Creek in Kent County, Michigan. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 years old, younger 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 684 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,160 by 2024. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesVinton Ave
CrossesUnnamed Creek
Location0.10 MI N of Hayes
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates43.0817, -85.6799
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 rating80.4 US tons
Inventory rating76.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic684 (2004)
Projected traffic1,160 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 Vinton Ave over Unnamed Creek built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is Vinton Ave over Unnamed 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 Vinton Ave over Unnamed Creek carry?

About 684 vehicles per day (2004 count).

How long is Vinton Ave over Unnamed Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns Vinton Ave over Unnamed Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.