US Bridges

Mannsiding RD over US-127 NB

Fair

Clare County, Michigan · 2.3 MI S of M-61 · Structure no. 000000000001713

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
131 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,500
2008 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mannsiding RD over US-127 NB is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mannsiding RD over US-127 NB in Clare County, Michigan. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 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 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,600 by 2018. The structure is 131 ft (39.9 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesMannsiding RD
CrossesUS-127 NB
Location2.3 MI S of M-61
RouteCounty Highway 1840
CountyClare County
StateMichigan
Coordinates43.9563, -84.77607
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71.4 US tons
Inventory rating42.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length131 ft (39.9 m)
Longest span61 ft (18.6 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.5 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,500 (2008)
Projected traffic1,600 by 2018
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Mannsiding RD over US-127 NB built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mannsiding RD over US-127 NB 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Mannsiding RD over US-127 NB carry?

About 1,500 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Mannsiding RD over US-127 NB?

The structure is 131 ft (39.9 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.6 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Mannsiding RD over US-127 NB?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.