US Bridges

US-131 SB over M-42|E 16 1/2 RD

Fair

Wexford County, Michigan · 1 MI E of Manton · Structure no. 000000000013032

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
191 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,575
2007 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-131 SB over M-42|E 16 1/2 RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-131 SB over M-42|E 16 1/2 RD in Wexford County, Michigan. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 3,575 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,750 by 2020. The structure is 191 ft (58.2 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesUS-131 SB
CrossesM-42|E 16 1/2 RD
Location1 MI E of Manton
RouteU.S. Route 131
Coordinates44.40383, -85.38161
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
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 alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating79.3 US tons
Inventory rating47.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length191 ft (58.2 m)
Longest span114 ft (34.7 m)
Deck width66 ft (20 m)
Roadway width62 ft (19 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,575 (2007)
Projected traffic8,750 by 2020
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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-131 SB over M-42|E 16 1/2 RD built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-131 SB over M-42|E 16 1/2 RD 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US-131 SB over M-42|E 16 1/2 RD carry?

About 3,575 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US-131 SB over M-42|E 16 1/2 RD?

The structure is 191 ft (58.2 m) long with a longest span of 114 ft (34.7 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.

Who owns US-131 SB over M-42|E 16 1/2 RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.