South Main ST over Ball Creek
GoodKent County, Michigan · 0.3 MI N of M-37 · Structure no. 000000000013211
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,332
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
South Main ST over Ball Creek is a concrete culvert carrying South Main ST over Ball Creek in Kent County, Michigan. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 3,332 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,680 by 2043. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was South Main ST over Ball Creek built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is South Main ST over Ball 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does South Main ST over Ball Creek carry?
About 3,332 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is South Main ST over Ball Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns South Main ST over Ball Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.