I-296 EB/US-131 NB over Richmond Street
GoodKent County, Michigan · In Grand Rapids · Structure no. 000000000013752
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old, rebuilt 2013
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 154 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 47,650
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-296 EB/US-131 NB over Richmond Street is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-296 EB/US-131 NB over Richmond Street in Kent County, Michigan. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 2013, so it is 64 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 47,650 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 55,350 by 2033. The structure is 154 ft (46.8 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 I-296 EB/US-131 NB over Richmond Street built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2013.
What condition is I-296 EB/US-131 NB over Richmond Street 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does I-296 EB/US-131 NB over Richmond Street carry?
About 47,650 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is I-296 EB/US-131 NB over Richmond Street?
The structure is 154 ft (46.8 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.7 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.
Who owns I-296 EB/US-131 NB over Richmond Street?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.