US Bridges

Novi over Rouge River

Fair

Oakland County, Michigan · N of Base Line Relocation · Structure no. 000000000008173

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,882
1997 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Novi over Rouge River is a steel culvert carrying Novi over Rouge River in Oakland County, Michigan. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 5 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 10,882 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,000 by 2017. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesNovi
CrossesRouge River
LocationN of Base Line Relocation
RouteCounty Highway 2059
CountyOakland County
StateMichigan
Coordinates42.4402, -83.4761
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating107.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,882 (1997)
Projected traffic15,000 by 2017
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Novi over Rouge River built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is Novi over Rouge River 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 Novi over Rouge River carry?

About 10,882 vehicles per day (1997 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Novi over Rouge River?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Novi over Rouge River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.