US Bridges

Russell RD over US-31

Fair

Muskegon County, Michigan · 2.6 MI N of M-120 · Structure no. 000000000007598

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
253 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
8,250
2006 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Russell RD over US-31 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Russell RD over US-31 in Muskegon County, Michigan. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 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 8,250 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,100 by 2029. The structure is 253 ft (77.1 m) long and 35 ft wide.

CarriesRussell RD
CrossesUS-31
Location2.6 MI N of M-120
RouteCounty Highway 6129
Coordinates43.32241, -86.23662
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating83.2 US tons
Inventory rating49.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length253 ft (77.1 m)
Longest span94 ft (28.7 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,250 (2006)
Projected traffic10,100 by 2029
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedDeck replacement with only incidental widening
Estimated improvement cost$77,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Russell RD over US-31 built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is Russell 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 2024.

How much traffic does Russell RD over US-31 carry?

About 8,250 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Russell RD over US-31?

The structure is 253 ft (77.1 m) long with a longest span of 94 ft (28.7 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Russell RD over US-31?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.