8th Ave over S Br Black River
PoorPosted for loadVan Buren County, Michigan · 2.5 MI E of South Haven · Structure no. 000000000010769
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 54 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 705
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
8th Ave over S Br Black River is a wood or timber slab carrying 8th Ave over S Br Black River in Van Buren County, Michigan. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 705 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,400 by 2023. The structure is 54 ft (16.4 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| 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 8th Ave over S Br Black River built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is 8th Ave over S Br Black River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does 8th Ave over S Br Black River carry?
About 705 vehicles per day (2003 count).
How long is 8th Ave over S Br Black River?
The structure is 54 ft (16.4 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.4 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns 8th Ave over S Br Black River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.