US-131 Br SB over Douglas Ave
PoorKalamazoo County, Michigan · 3.2 MI E of US-131 · Structure no. 000000000004608
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 138 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,343
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-131 Br SB over Douglas Ave is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-131 Br SB over Douglas Ave in Kalamazoo County, Michigan. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 3,343 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,630 by 2018. The structure is 138 ft (42 m) long and 43 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-131 Br SB over Douglas Ave built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-131 Br SB over Douglas Ave 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 US-131 Br SB over Douglas Ave carry?
About 3,343 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US-131 Br SB over Douglas Ave?
The structure is 138 ft (42 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US-131 Br SB over Douglas Ave?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.