US-131 SB over Grand Elk RR
FairAllegan County, Michigan · 6.0 MI N of Wayland · Structure no. 000000000000156
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old, rebuilt 2001
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Single or Spread
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 185 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,376
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-131 SB over Grand Elk RR is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - single or spread carrying US-131 SB over Grand Elk RR in Allegan County, Michigan. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 2001, so it is 67 years old, older 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 6 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 18,376 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,284 by 2018. The structure is 185 ft (56.3 m) long and 55 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-131 SB over Grand Elk RR built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.
What condition is US-131 SB over Grand Elk RR 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US-131 SB over Grand Elk RR carry?
About 18,376 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US-131 SB over Grand Elk RR?
The structure is 185 ft (56.3 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns US-131 SB over Grand Elk RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.