US Bridges

US-127 SB over Grand River

Fair

Jackson County, Michigan · 4.0 MI S of I-94 · Structure no. 000000000004441

Built
1958
67 years old, rebuilt 1996
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
118 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
12,310
2007 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-127 SB over Grand River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-127 SB over Grand River in Jackson County, Michigan. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 67 years old, older than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 12,310 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,811 by 2018. The structure is 118 ft (36 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS-127 SB
CrossesGrand River
Location4.0 MI S of I-94
RouteU.S. Route 127
Coordinates42.22732, -84.36267
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating96.1 US tons
Inventory rating57.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length118 ft (36 m)
Longest span44 ft (13.5 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,310 (2007)
Projected traffic15,811 by 2018
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US-127 SB over Grand River built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.

What condition is US-127 SB over Grand River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.

How much traffic does US-127 SB over Grand River carry?

About 12,310 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US-127 SB over Grand River?

The structure is 118 ft (36 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.5 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns US-127 SB over Grand River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.