Empire Avenue over Ox Creek

Fair Condition42 years old4,000 vehicles/day

Location

StateMichigan
CountyBerrien
Location1 Blk E Of Pipestone RD
CarriesEmpire Avenue
CrossesOx Creek
Coordinates42.10157, -86.43879

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignBox Beam - Multiple
Total Length25.9 ft (7.9 m)
Max Span24.0 ft (7.3 m)
Deck Width34.4 ft (10.5 m)
Deck Area83.0 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1984

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic4,000 (1984)
Truck Traffic1%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000001047

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