US Bridges

3 Mile RD over Indian Mill Creek

Good

Kent County, Michigan · 0.50 MI W of Walker Ave · Structure no. 000000000005235

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
12,274
2014 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

3 Mile RD over Indian Mill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 3 Mile RD over Indian Mill Creek in Kent County, Michigan. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 12,274 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,370 by 2028. The structure is 46 ft (13.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Carries3 Mile RD
CrossesIndian Mill Creek
Location0.50 MI W of Walker Ave
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates43.01516, -85.73404
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 rating57.9 US tons
Inventory rating44.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length46 ft (13.9 m)
Longest span42 ft (12.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,274 (2014)
Projected traffic19,370 by 2028
Trucks12%
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

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 3 Mile RD over Indian Mill Creek built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is 3 Mile RD over Indian Mill 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 3 Mile RD over Indian Mill Creek carry?

About 12,274 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is 3 Mile RD over Indian Mill Creek?

The structure is 46 ft (13.9 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m).

Who owns 3 Mile RD over Indian Mill Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.