Wealthy Street over Grand River
GoodKent County, Michigan · 300 Ft West of Market Ave · Structure no. 000000000005198
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old, rebuilt 2008
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 562 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,230
- 2006 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wealthy Street over Grand River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Wealthy Street over Grand River in Kent County, Michigan. It was built in 1976 and reconstructed in 2008, so it is 49 years old, older than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 12,230 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,300 by 2026. The structure is 562 ft (171.3 m) long and 68 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Wealthy Street over Grand River built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2008.
What condition is Wealthy Street over Grand River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.
How much traffic does Wealthy Street over Grand River carry?
About 12,230 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is Wealthy Street over Grand River?
The structure is 562 ft (171.3 m) long with a longest span of 106 ft (32.3 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.
Who owns Wealthy Street over Grand River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.