US Bridges

I-94 over Nokmes Creek

Good

Berrien County, Michigan · 0.2 MI S of Maudlin RD · Structure no. 000000000014307

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
45,139
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-94 over Nokmes Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I-94 over Nokmes Creek in Berrien County, Michigan. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 45,139 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 52,415 by 2038. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long.

CarriesI-94
CrossesNokmes Creek
Location0.2 MI S of Maudlin RD
RouteInterstate 94
Coordinates41.7861, -86.71805
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating107.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic45,139 (2018)
Projected traffic52,415 by 2038
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure11
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I-94 over Nokmes Creek built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-94 over Nokmes Creek 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does I-94 over Nokmes Creek carry?

About 45,139 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is I-94 over Nokmes Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).

Who owns I-94 over Nokmes Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.