US-131 over Mill Creek
FairKent County, Michigan · 0.2 MI N of Walker · Structure no. 000000000004984
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 51,742
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-131 over Mill Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US-131 over Mill Creek in Kent County, Michigan. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 23 ft (7 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Mill Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-131 over Mill Creek 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 Mill Creek carry?
About 51,742 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US-131 over Mill Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns US-131 over Mill Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.