US-131 NB over 13 Mile RD
FairKent County, Michigan · 1.1 MI S of M-57 · Structure no. 000000000004996
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 164 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,934
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-131 NB over 13 Mile RD is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-131 NB over 13 Mile RD 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 14,934 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,657 by 2018. The structure is 164 ft (50.1 m) long and 43 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-131 NB over 13 Mile RD built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-131 NB over 13 Mile RD 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 NB over 13 Mile RD carry?
About 14,934 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US-131 NB over 13 Mile RD?
The structure is 164 ft (50.1 m) long with a longest span of 91 ft (27.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US-131 NB over 13 Mile RD?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.