Valley Street over West Branch Rifle River
FairOgemaw County, Michigan · 1200 Ft S of M-55/M-76 · Structure no. 000000000008460
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 300
- 1998 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Valley Street over West Branch Rifle River is a concrete culvert carrying Valley Street over West Branch Rifle River in Ogemaw County, Michigan. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, older than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 300 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 540 by 2018. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Valley Street over West Branch Rifle River built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is Valley Street over West Branch Rifle River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does Valley Street over West Branch Rifle River carry?
About 300 vehicles per day (1998 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Valley Street over West Branch Rifle River?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).
Who owns Valley Street over West Branch Rifle River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.