US Bridges

US-31 NB over Log RD & CSX RR (abn)

Fair

Oceana County, Michigan · 1.5 MI W of Hart · Structure no. 000000000008343

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
164 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,806
2007 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-31 NB over Log RD & CSX RR (abn) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-31 NB over Log RD & CSX RR (abn) in Oceana County, Michigan. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 4,806 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,122 by 2018. The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS-31 NB
CrossesLog RD & CSX RR (abn)
Location1.5 MI W of Hart
RouteU.S. Route 31
Coordinates43.68301, -86.39287
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 15 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.8 US tons
Inventory rating37.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length164 ft (50 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.7 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.6 m)
Roadway width53 ft (16.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,806 (2007)
Projected traffic7,122 by 2018
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US-31 NB over Log RD & CSX RR (abn) built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-31 NB over Log RD & CSX RR (abn) 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does US-31 NB over Log RD & CSX RR (abn) carry?

About 4,806 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US-31 NB over Log RD & CSX RR (abn)?

The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.7 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns US-31 NB over Log RD & CSX RR (abn)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.