Meridian Road over South Br Chippewa River
GoodIsabella County, Michigan · Sec 30W Union Twp · Structure no. 000000000004374
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 108 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,277
- 2013 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Meridian Road over South Br Chippewa River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Meridian Road over South Br Chippewa River in Isabella County, Michigan. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 1,277 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,558 by 2033. The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Meridian Road over South Br Chippewa River built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is Meridian Road over South Br Chippewa River 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Meridian Road over South Br Chippewa River carry?
About 1,277 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Meridian Road over South Br Chippewa River?
The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns Meridian Road over South Br Chippewa River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.