US Bridges

I-196 EB over M-45WB Ramp to I-196WB

Fair

Kent County, Michigan · In Grand Rapids Ramp D M- · Structure no. 000000000004824

Built
1964
61 years old, rebuilt 2020
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
165 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
20,289
2007 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-196 EB over M-45WB Ramp to I-196WB is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-196 EB over M-45WB Ramp to I-196WB in Kent County, Michigan. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 2020, 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 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 20,289 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,363 by 2018. The structure is 165 ft (50.3 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesI-196 EB
CrossesM-45WB Ramp to I-196WB
LocationIn Grand Rapids Ramp D M-
RouteInterstate 196
CountyKent County
StateMichigan
Coordinates42.96611, -85.70435
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61.4 US tons
Inventory rating36.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length165 ft (50.3 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.7 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.8 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,289 (2007)
Projected traffic34,363 by 2018
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 EB over M-45WB Ramp to I-196WB built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2020.

What condition is I-196 EB over M-45WB Ramp to I-196WB 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 2024.

How much traffic does I-196 EB over M-45WB Ramp to I-196WB carry?

About 20,289 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is I-196 EB over M-45WB Ramp to I-196WB?

The structure is 165 ft (50.3 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.7 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns I-196 EB over M-45WB Ramp to I-196WB?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.