US Bridges

I-196 & Ramp G over Gtw RR (abn)

Good

Kent County, Michigan · In Grand Rapids · Structure no. 000000000004773

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
44 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
69,092
2007 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-196 & Ramp G over Gtw RR (abn) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-196 & Ramp G over Gtw RR (abn) in Kent County, Michigan. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, older 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 69,092 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 83,259 by 2018. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 196 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesI-196 & Ramp G
CrossesGtw RR (abn)
LocationIn Grand Rapids
RouteInterstate 196
Coordinates42.97194, -85.67128
Functional classUrban 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.7 US tons
Inventory rating45.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span44 ft (13.4 m)
Deck width196 ft (59.7 m)
Roadway width121 ft (36.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic69,092 (2007)
Projected traffic83,259 by 2018
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-196 & Ramp G over Gtw RR (abn) built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-196 & Ramp G over Gtw RR (abn) 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 2023.

How much traffic does I-196 & Ramp G over Gtw RR (abn) carry?

About 69,092 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is I-196 & Ramp G over Gtw RR (abn)?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 196 ft wide.

Who owns I-196 & Ramp G over Gtw RR (abn)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.