88th Avenue over N Br Pentwater River
PoorClosed to trafficOceana County, Michigan · 0.5 MI N of Jefferson RD · Structure no. 000000000008402
- Built
- 1912
- 113 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 49 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 20
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
88th Avenue over N Br Pentwater River is a steel truss - thru carrying 88th Avenue over N Br Pentwater River in Oceana County, Michigan. It was built in 1912, so it is 113 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 2 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. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 100 by 2025. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long and 14 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
| Substructure | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 88th Avenue over N Br Pentwater River built?
It was built in 1912, making it 113 years old in 2025.
What condition is 88th Avenue over N Br Pentwater River 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 88th Avenue over N Br Pentwater River carry?
About 20 vehicles per day (latest count).
How long is 88th Avenue over N Br Pentwater River?
The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 14 ft wide.
Who owns 88th Avenue over N Br Pentwater River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.