Taft RD over US-31
FairOttawa County, Michigan · 2.0 MI N of M-104 · Structure no. 000000000008704
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 180 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 281,500
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Taft RD over US-31 is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Taft RD over US-31 in Ottawa County, Michigan. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 281,500 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,110 by 2033. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Taft RD over US-31 built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is Taft 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Taft RD over US-31 carry?
About 281,500 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Taft RD over US-31?
The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Taft RD over US-31?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.