79th Street over Sharps Creek
GoodKent County, Michigan · 0.25 MI E of Division Ave · Structure no. 000000000005139
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 704
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
79th Street over Sharps Creek is a steel culvert carrying 79th Street over Sharps Creek in Kent County, Michigan. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 704 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,200 by 2023. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 79th Street over Sharps Creek built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is 79th Street over Sharps 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does 79th Street over Sharps Creek carry?
About 704 vehicles per day (2003 count).
How long is 79th Street over Sharps Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns 79th Street over Sharps Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.