M-43 WB (gr Riv) over US-127
PoorIngham County, Michigan · In Lansing · Structure no. 000000000003851
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 125 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,897
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
M-43 WB (gr Riv) over US-127 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying M-43 WB (gr Riv) over US-127 in Ingham County, Michigan. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 20,897 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,692 by 2018. The structure is 125 ft (38.2 m) long and 66 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was M-43 WB (gr Riv) over US-127 built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is M-43 WB (gr Riv) over US-127 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does M-43 WB (gr Riv) over US-127 carry?
About 20,897 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is M-43 WB (gr Riv) over US-127?
The structure is 125 ft (38.2 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.8 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.
Who owns M-43 WB (gr Riv) over US-127?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.