US-131 Bl over Mitchell Creek
FairMecosta County, Michigan · In Big Rapids · Structure no. 000000000006700
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old, rebuilt 2003
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 40 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 14,351
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-131 Bl over Mitchell Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-131 Bl over Mitchell Creek in Mecosta County, Michigan. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 2003, so it is 77 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 14,351 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,518 by 2018. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-131 Bl over Mitchell Creek built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.
What condition is US-131 Bl over Mitchell Creek 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US-131 Bl over Mitchell Creek carry?
About 14,351 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is US-131 Bl over Mitchell Creek?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.
Who owns US-131 Bl over Mitchell Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.