US-131 SB over North Park ST
FairKent County, Michigan · 0.3 MI N of I-96 · Structure no. 000000000004987
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old, rebuilt 1998
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 135 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25,871
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-131 SB over North Park ST is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-131 SB over North Park ST in Kent County, Michigan. It was built in 1969 and reconstructed in 1998, 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 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 25,871 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,875 by 2018. The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long and 67 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-131 SB over North Park ST built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.
What condition is US-131 SB over North Park ST 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US-131 SB over North Park ST carry?
About 25,871 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US-131 SB over North Park ST?
The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.
Who owns US-131 SB over North Park ST?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.