US-131 NB over Kalamazoo River
FairAllegan County, Michigan · 0.5 MI N of Plainwell · Structure no. 000000000000142
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 400 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 27,941
- 2012 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-131 NB over Kalamazoo River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-131 NB over Kalamazoo River in Allegan County, Michigan. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 27,941 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,007 by 2018. The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-131 NB over Kalamazoo River built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-131 NB over Kalamazoo River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does US-131 NB over Kalamazoo River carry?
About 27,941 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US-131 NB over Kalamazoo River?
The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long with a longest span of 132 ft (40.2 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns US-131 NB over Kalamazoo River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.