Polk Street over Sawyer Creek
FairOttawa County, Michigan · Section 16 Olive Twp · Structure no. 000000000008898
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 515
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Polk Street over Sawyer Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Polk Street over Sawyer Creek in Ottawa County, Michigan. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger 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 515 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 930 by 2039. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 Polk Street over Sawyer Creek built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is Polk Street over Sawyer Creek 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 Polk Street over Sawyer Creek carry?
About 515 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Polk Street over Sawyer Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).
Who owns Polk Street over Sawyer Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.