M-30 (meridian Rd) over Chippewa River
FairMidland County, Michigan · 0.1 MI S of Chippewa R RD · Structure no. 000000000006951
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 275 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,694
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
M-30 (meridian Rd) over Chippewa River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying M-30 (meridian Rd) over Chippewa River in Midland County, Michigan. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 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 3,694 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,489 by 2038. The structure is 275 ft (83.8 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 M-30 (meridian Rd) over Chippewa River built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is M-30 (meridian Rd) over Chippewa 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does M-30 (meridian Rd) over Chippewa River carry?
About 3,694 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is M-30 (meridian Rd) over Chippewa River?
The structure is 275 ft (83.8 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns M-30 (meridian Rd) over Chippewa River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.