Us-31 SB over Buchanan Road

Fair Condition51 years old8,500 vehicles/day

Location

StateMichigan
CountyOceana
Location1.5 Mi NW Of Shelby
CarriesUs-31 SB
CrossesBuchanan Road
Coordinates43.63146, -86.39344

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length149.9 ft (45.7 m)
Max Span50.9 ft (15.5 m)
Deck Width44.6 ft (13.6 m)
Deck Area621.5 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1975

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic8,500 (2012)
Truck Traffic11%
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection724
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000008348

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