Wealthy ST over US-131 CSX RR (abn)
FairKent County, Michigan · In Grand Rapids · Structure no. 000000000004951
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 789 ft
- 13 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,294
- 1994 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wealthy ST over US-131 CSX RR (abn) is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Wealthy ST over US-131 CSX RR (abn) in Kent County, Michigan. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 10,294 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,000 by 2010. The structure is 789 ft (240.5 m) long and 58 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Wealthy ST over US-131 CSX RR (abn) built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wealthy ST over US-131 CSX RR (abn) 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does Wealthy ST over US-131 CSX RR (abn) carry?
About 10,294 vehicles per day (1994 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Wealthy ST over US-131 CSX RR (abn)?
The structure is 789 ft (240.5 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.
Who owns Wealthy ST over US-131 CSX RR (abn)?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.