Evanston RD over Black Creek
PoorMuskegon County, Michigan · 0.1 MI E of Chatterson RD · Structure no. 000000000014578
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 26 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,406
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Evanston RD over Black Creek is a wood or timber culvert carrying Evanston RD over Black Creek in Muskegon County, Michigan. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 1,406 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,716 by 2044. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Evanston RD over Black Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is Evanston RD over Black 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Evanston RD over Black Creek carry?
About 1,406 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Evanston RD over Black Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns Evanston RD over Black Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.