US-131(OLD) over Little Muskegon River
FairMecosta County, Michigan · In Morley · Structure no. 000000000006691
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 200 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,177
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-131(OLD) over Little Muskegon River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-131(OLD) over Little Muskegon River in Mecosta County, Michigan. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 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 5,177 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,766 by 2018. The structure is 200 ft (60.9 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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(OLD) over Little Muskegon River built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-131(OLD) over Little Muskegon River 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(OLD) over Little Muskegon River carry?
About 5,177 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US-131(OLD) over Little Muskegon River?
The structure is 200 ft (60.9 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.4 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US-131(OLD) over Little Muskegon River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.