US-131 SB over Grand River & Fulton ST
FairKent County, Michigan · In Grand Rapids · Structure no. 000000000012867
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 1,005 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 67,975
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-131 SB over Grand River & Fulton ST is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-131 SB over Grand River & Fulton ST in Kent County, Michigan. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 years old, younger 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 67,975 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 75,100 by 2040. The structure is 1,005 ft (306.2 m) long and 84 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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-131 SB over Grand River & Fulton ST built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-131 SB over Grand River & Fulton 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US-131 SB over Grand River & Fulton ST carry?
About 67,975 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US-131 SB over Grand River & Fulton ST?
The structure is 1,005 ft (306.2 m) long with a longest span of 188 ft (57.3 m) and a deck 84 ft wide.
Who owns US-131 SB over Grand River & Fulton ST?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.