US Bridges

I-96 EB Ramp J over M-5 SB / I-96 / I-697

Good

Oakland County, Michigan · Novi Twp Sec 13 · Structure no. 000000000012940

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
944 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
5,600
2000 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-96 EB Ramp J over M-5 SB / I-96 / I-697 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-96 EB Ramp J over M-5 SB / I-96 / I-697 in Oakland County, Michigan. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger 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 5,600 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,600 by 2010. The structure is 944 ft (287.6 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesI-96 EB Ramp J
CrossesM-5 SB / I-96 / I-697
LocationNovi Twp Sec 13
RouteInterstate 96
CountyOakland County
StateMichigan
Coordinates42.4842, -83.44811
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 inspectionNovember 2024
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 alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating76.1 US tons
Inventory rating45.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length944 ft (287.6 m)
Longest span160 ft (48.8 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.4 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,600 (2000)
Projected traffic5,600 by 2010
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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-96 EB Ramp J over M-5 SB / I-96 / I-697 built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-96 EB Ramp J over M-5 SB / I-96 / I-697 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 2024.

How much traffic does I-96 EB Ramp J over M-5 SB / I-96 / I-697 carry?

About 5,600 vehicles per day (2000 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is I-96 EB Ramp J over M-5 SB / I-96 / I-697?

The structure is 944 ft (287.6 m) long with a longest span of 160 ft (48.8 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns I-96 EB Ramp J over M-5 SB / I-96 / I-697?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.