US-131 over ST Joseph River
GoodSt. Joseph County, Michigan · W Limits of Constantine · Structure no. 000000000013446
- Built
- 2013
- 12 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 870 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,999
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-131 over ST Joseph River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-131 over ST Joseph River in St. Joseph County, Michigan. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 years old, younger 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 9,999 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,000 by 2030. The structure is 870 ft (265.2 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-131 over ST Joseph River built?
It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-131 over ST Joseph River 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US-131 over ST Joseph River carry?
About 9,999 vehicles per day (latest count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US-131 over ST Joseph River?
The structure is 870 ft (265.2 m) long with a longest span of 143 ft (43.7 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns US-131 over ST Joseph River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.