I-96 WB over Portland RD
PoorIonia County, Michigan · 6.0 MI E of M-66 · Structure no. 000000000003989
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 141 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,963
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-96 WB over Portland RD is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying I-96 WB over Portland RD in Ionia County, Michigan. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 19,963 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,691 by 2018. The structure is 141 ft (42.9 m) long and 47 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-96 WB over Portland RD built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-96 WB over Portland RD in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in December 2024.
How much traffic does I-96 WB over Portland RD carry?
About 19,963 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is I-96 WB over Portland RD?
The structure is 141 ft (42.9 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.7 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns I-96 WB over Portland RD?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.