US-131 SB over Handy Creek
GoodMontcalm County, Michigan · 0.5 MI N of Edgar RD · Structure no. 000000000007415
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,150
- 2014 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-131 SB over Handy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-131 SB over Handy Creek in Montcalm County, Michigan. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 10,150 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,800 by 2034. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-131 SB over Handy Creek built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-131 SB over Handy 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 2025.
How much traffic does US-131 SB over Handy Creek carry?
About 10,150 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US-131 SB over Handy Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).
Who owns US-131 SB over Handy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.