US Bridges

Stebbins Ave over Ball Creek Extn Drain

Fair

Kent County, Michigan · 0.30 MI S of Indian Lk RD · Structure no. 000000000005171

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
455
2005 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Stebbins Ave over Ball Creek Extn Drain is a steel culvert carrying Stebbins Ave over Ball Creek Extn Drain in Kent County, Michigan. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 455 vehicles a day, projected to reach 770 by 2025. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesStebbins Ave
CrossesBall Creek Extn Drain
Location0.30 MI S of Indian Lk RD
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates43.19246, -85.70094
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 2023
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 rating43.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic455 (2005)
Projected traffic770 by 2025
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 Stebbins Ave over Ball Creek Extn Drain built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is Stebbins Ave over Ball Creek Extn 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Stebbins Ave over Ball Creek Extn Drain carry?

About 455 vehicles per day (2005 count).

How long is Stebbins Ave over Ball Creek Extn Drain?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.5 m).

Who owns Stebbins Ave over Ball Creek Extn Drain?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.