Blue Star Mem HWY over Deer Lick Creek
FairVan Buren County, Michigan · 1.25 MI S of South Haven · Structure no. 000000000010744
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,727
- 2004 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Blue Star Mem HWY over Deer Lick Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Blue Star Mem HWY over Deer Lick Creek in Van Buren County, Michigan. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 6 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 4,727 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,856 by 2034. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Blue Star Mem HWY over Deer Lick Creek built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is Blue Star Mem HWY over Deer Lick 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Blue Star Mem HWY over Deer Lick Creek carry?
About 4,727 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Blue Star Mem HWY over Deer Lick Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Blue Star Mem HWY over Deer Lick Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.