M-79 over Little Thornapple River

Fair Condition80 years old5,470 vehicles/day

Location

StateMichigan
CountyEaton
Location3.0 Mi W Of Charlotte
CarriesM-79
CrossesLittle Thornapple River
Coordinates42.56817, -84.90012

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignBox Beam - Multiple
Total Length23.3 ft (7.1 m)
Max Span22.0 ft (6.7 m)
Deck Width47.2 ft (14.4 m)
Deck Area102.2 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1946 (reconstructed 1990)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic5,470 (2007)
Truck Traffic3%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection423
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000002219

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