M-51 over Dowagiac River
Fair Condition74 years old6,146 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Michigan |
| County | Cass |
| Location | 3.0 Mi S Of Van Buren Col |
| Carries | M-51 |
| Crosses | Dowagiac River |
| Coordinates | 42.02785, -86.10760 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 7 (Good) |
| Superstructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Substructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Channel/Waterway | 5 (Fair) |
| Scour Critical | 3 — Scour critical |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 55.1 ft (16.8 m) |
| Max Span | 52.5 ft (16 m) |
| Deck Width | 43.3 ft (13.2 m) |
| Deck Area | 221.8 sq m |
| Main Spans | 1 |
| Year Built | 1952 (reconstructed 2012) |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 6,146 (2012) |
| Truck Traffic | 8% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 423 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 000000000001422 |