US-131 over Drain
FairKent County, Michigan · 100 S of North Park ST · Structure no. 000000000004983
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old, rebuilt 1966
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 51,742
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-131 over Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US-131 over Drain in Kent County, Michigan. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 1966, so it is 64 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 6 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 51,742 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 75,750 by 2018. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-131 over Drain built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1966.
What condition is US-131 over Drain 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 2023.
How much traffic does US-131 over Drain carry?
About 51,742 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US-131 over Drain?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).
Who owns US-131 over Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.