18th Avenue over Mentha Drain
GoodVan Buren County, Michigan · 1.7 MI E of CR 653 · Structure no. 000000000010785
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 138
- 2004 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
18th Avenue over Mentha Drain is a concrete culvert carrying 18th Avenue over Mentha Drain in Van Buren County, Michigan. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 years old, younger 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 138 vehicles a day, projected to reach 249 by 2024. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 18th Avenue over Mentha Drain built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is 18th Avenue over Mentha 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does 18th Avenue over Mentha Drain carry?
About 138 vehicles per day (2004 count).
How long is 18th Avenue over Mentha Drain?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).
Who owns 18th Avenue over Mentha Drain?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.