Taylor Road over US-31
GoodOceana County, Michigan · 2 MI SW of Hart · Structure no. 000000000008350
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 331 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 120
- 1988 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Taylor Road over US-31 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Taylor Road over US-31 in Oceana County, Michigan. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 years old, older 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 120 vehicles a day, projected to reach 100 by 1977. The structure is 331 ft (100.9 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Taylor Road over US-31 built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is Taylor Road over US-31 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Taylor Road over US-31 carry?
About 120 vehicles per day (1988 count).
How long is Taylor Road over US-31?
The structure is 331 ft (100.9 m) long with a longest span of 93 ft (28.3 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns Taylor Road over US-31?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.