CR 215 over Dowagiac Drain
GoodVan Buren County, Michigan · 1.75 MI S of M-51 · Structure no. 000000000010749
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 490
- 2004 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 215 over Dowagiac Drain is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying CR 215 over Dowagiac Drain in Van Buren County, Michigan. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 490 vehicles a day, projected to reach 720 by 2024. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 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 CR 215 over Dowagiac Drain built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 215 over Dowagiac Drain 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does CR 215 over Dowagiac Drain carry?
About 490 vehicles per day (2004 count).
How long is CR 215 over Dowagiac Drain?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns CR 215 over Dowagiac Drain?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.