Lake Shore Blvd over Whetstone Creek
GoodMarquette County, Michigan · 1480 Ft S of Baraga Ave · Structure no. 000000000013623
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,000
- 2000 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Lake Shore Blvd over Whetstone Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Lake Shore Blvd over Whetstone Creek in Marquette County, Michigan. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 3,000 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,000 by 2030. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long.
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 Lake Shore Blvd over Whetstone Creek built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is Lake Shore Blvd over Whetstone 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Lake Shore Blvd over Whetstone Creek carry?
About 3,000 vehicles per day (2000 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Lake Shore Blvd over Whetstone Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).
Who owns Lake Shore Blvd over Whetstone Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.