Barney RD (h Ave) over US-131 Br
FairKalamazoo County, Michigan · 2.5 MI E of US-131 · Structure no. 000000000004609
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old, rebuilt 1998
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 351 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,583
- 1994 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Barney RD (h Ave) over US-131 Br is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Barney RD (h Ave) over US-131 Br in Kalamazoo County, Michigan. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 61 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 5,583 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,500 by 2015. The structure is 351 ft (107.1 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Barney RD (h Ave) over US-131 Br built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.
What condition is Barney RD (h Ave) over US-131 Br 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Barney RD (h Ave) over US-131 Br carry?
About 5,583 vehicles per day (1994 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Barney RD (h Ave) over US-131 Br?
The structure is 351 ft (107.1 m) long with a longest span of 122 ft (37.1 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns Barney RD (h Ave) over US-131 Br?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.