US-31 over I-96
FairMuskegon County, Michigan · @ US-31 (I-96 Under) · Structure no. 000000000007627
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 213 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 62,644
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-31 over I-96 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-31 over I-96 in Muskegon County, Michigan. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 62,644 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 72,259 by 2018. The structure is 213 ft (64.9 m) long and 109 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-31 over I-96 built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-31 over I-96 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US-31 over I-96 carry?
About 62,644 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US-31 over I-96?
The structure is 213 ft (64.9 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.7 m) and a deck 109 ft wide.
Who owns US-31 over I-96?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.