US-127 NB over Chippewa River
PoorIsabella County, Michigan · 1.9 MI NW of M-20 · Structure no. 000000000004240
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 201 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,658
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-127 NB over Chippewa River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-127 NB over Chippewa River in Isabella County, Michigan. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 8,658 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,956 by 2037. The structure is 201 ft (61.3 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-127 NB over Chippewa River built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-127 NB over Chippewa River 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US-127 NB over Chippewa River carry?
About 8,658 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US-127 NB over Chippewa River?
The structure is 201 ft (61.3 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns US-127 NB over Chippewa River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.