5950 Street over Paw Paw River
GoodVan Buren County, Michigan · 1.0 MI N of Red Arrow HWY · Structure no. 000000000010775
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old, rebuilt 2011
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 120 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 708
- 2010 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
5950 Street over Paw Paw River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 5950 Street over Paw Paw River in Van Buren County, Michigan. It was built in 1974 and reconstructed in 2011, so it is 51 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 708 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,048 by 2030. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 5950 Street over Paw Paw River built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2011.
What condition is 5950 Street over Paw Paw 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does 5950 Street over Paw Paw River carry?
About 708 vehicles per day (2010 count).
How long is 5950 Street over Paw Paw River?
The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.1 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns 5950 Street over Paw Paw River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.