US-24 over Otter Creek
PoorMonroe County, Michigan · 4.1 MI SW of M-50 · Structure no. 000000000007122
- Built
- 1924
- 101 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 65 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 7,446
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-24 over Otter Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying US-24 over Otter Creek in Monroe County, Michigan. It was built in 1924, so it is 101 years old, older than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 7,446 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,475 by 2018. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-24 over Otter Creek built?
It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-24 over Otter Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.
How much traffic does US-24 over Otter Creek carry?
About 7,446 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US-24 over Otter Creek?
The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.
Who owns US-24 over Otter Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.