Findley Road over Prairie River
GoodSt. Joseph County, Michigan · 2.5 MI SE of Centerville · Structure no. 000000000010361
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 40 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 577
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Findley Road over Prairie River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Findley Road over Prairie River in St. Joseph County, Michigan. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 577 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 824 by 2023. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Findley Road over Prairie River built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is Findley Road over Prairie River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in November 2023.
How much traffic does Findley Road over Prairie River carry?
About 577 vehicles per day (2003 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Findley Road over Prairie River?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.7 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Findley Road over Prairie River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.