US-127 Br / M-106 over Grand River
PoorClosed to trafficJackson County, Michigan · In Jackson (milwaukee St) · Structure no. 000000000004408
- Built
- 1915
- 110 years old, rebuilt 1967
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 74 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,940
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-127 Br / M-106 over Grand River is a concrete continuous arch - deck carrying US-127 Br / M-106 over Grand River in Jackson County, Michigan. It was built in 1915 and reconstructed in 1967, so it is 110 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. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 15,940 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,221 by 2018. The structure is 74 ft (22.5 m) long and 64 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-127 Br / M-106 over Grand River built?
It was built in 1915, making it 110 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1967.
What condition is US-127 Br / M-106 over Grand 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US-127 Br / M-106 over Grand River carry?
About 15,940 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is US-127 Br / M-106 over Grand River?
The structure is 74 ft (22.5 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.2 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.
Who owns US-127 Br / M-106 over Grand River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.