US-131 SB over Buckhorn Creek
GoodMecosta County, Michigan · 1.4 MI N of 22 MI RD · Structure no. 000000000006727
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 20 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 6,322
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-131 SB over Buckhorn Creek is a steel culvert carrying US-131 SB over Buckhorn Creek in Mecosta County, Michigan. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger 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 6,322 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,456 by 2018. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long.
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-131 SB over Buckhorn Creek built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-131 SB over Buckhorn Creek 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US-131 SB over Buckhorn Creek carry?
About 6,322 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US-131 SB over Buckhorn Creek?
The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns US-131 SB over Buckhorn Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.