US Bridges

US-127 Br over Fred Meijer State Trail

Good

Clinton County, Michigan · In ST Johns · Structure no. 000000000001810

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,216
2007 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-127 Br over Fred Meijer State Trail is a concrete culvert carrying US-127 Br over Fred Meijer State Trail in Clinton County, Michigan. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 years old, younger than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 9,216 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,490 by 2018. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS-127 Br
CrossesFred Meijer State Trail
LocationIn ST Johns
RouteU.S. Route 127
Coordinates43.00496, -84.55096
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating104.3 US tons
Inventory rating62.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,216 (2007)
Projected traffic11,490 by 2018
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesPedestrian / bicycle
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US-127 Br over Fred Meijer State Trail built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-127 Br over Fred Meijer State Trail in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.

How much traffic does US-127 Br over Fred Meijer State Trail carry?

About 9,216 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is US-127 Br over Fred Meijer State Trail?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).

Who owns US-127 Br over Fred Meijer State Trail?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.