US Bridges

M-55|E 38 RD over US-131 NB

Fair

Wexford County, Michigan · 1/4 MI East of Cadillac · Structure no. 000000000012738

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
204 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10,400
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

M-55|E 38 RD over US-131 NB is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying M-55|E 38 RD over US-131 NB in Wexford County, Michigan. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 years old, younger 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 10,400 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,960 by 2039. The structure is 204 ft (62.1 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesM-55|E 38 RD
CrossesUS-131 NB
Location1/4 MI East of Cadillac
RouteState Highway 55
CountyWexford County
StateMichigan
Coordinates44.25257, -85.3705
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68.9 US tons
Inventory rating40 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length204 ft (62.1 m)
Longest span107 ft (32.6 m)
Deck width63 ft (19.3 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,400 (2019)
Projected traffic11,960 by 2039
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 M-55|E 38 RD over US-131 NB built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is M-55|E 38 RD over US-131 NB 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does M-55|E 38 RD over US-131 NB carry?

About 10,400 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is M-55|E 38 RD over US-131 NB?

The structure is 204 ft (62.1 m) long with a longest span of 107 ft (32.6 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.

Who owns M-55|E 38 RD over US-131 NB?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.