Roell Road over Howard Street
FairKalamazoo County, Michigan · 500 Ft NW of I-94 Bl · Structure no. 000000000013639
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 126 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,500
- 2010 count
- Owner
- State
- Other State Agency
About this bridge
Roell Road over Howard Street is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Roell Road over Howard Street in Kalamazoo County, Michigan. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 3,500 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,850 by 2025. The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Roell Road over Howard Street built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is Roell Road over Howard Street 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Roell Road over Howard Street carry?
About 3,500 vehicles per day (2010 count).
How long is Roell Road over Howard Street?
The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long with a longest span of 124 ft (37.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns Roell Road over Howard Street?
It is owned by the Other State Agency.