Woodward Road over US-131
FairMecosta County, Michigan · 1.0 MI W of Big Rapids · Structure no. 000000000006738
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 429 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,360
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Woodward Road over US-131 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Woodward Road over US-131 in Mecosta County, Michigan. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 1,360 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks. The structure is 429 ft (130.8 m) long and 46 ft wide.
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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Woodward Road over US-131 built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is Woodward Road over US-131 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Woodward Road over US-131 carry?
About 1,360 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Woodward Road over US-131?
The structure is 429 ft (130.8 m) long with a longest span of 116 ft (35.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns Woodward Road over US-131?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.