Sherman RD over US-31
FairMuskegon County, Michigan · 2.3 MI N of I-96 · Structure no. 000000000007574
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 205 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25,187
- 1997 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sherman RD over US-31 is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Sherman RD over US-31 in Muskegon County, Michigan. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 25,187 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,440 by 1977. The structure is 205 ft (62.5 m) long and 55 ft wide.
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sherman RD over US-31 built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sherman RD over US-31 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Sherman RD over US-31 carry?
About 25,187 vehicles per day (1997 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Sherman RD over US-31?
The structure is 205 ft (62.5 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns Sherman RD over US-31?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.