48th Ave over I-96
GoodOttawa County, Michigan · 6.5 MI NW of Kent CO Line · Structure no. 000000000008783
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 171 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,800
- 1996 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
48th Ave over I-96 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 48th Ave over I-96 in Ottawa County, Michigan. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 6,800 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,820 by 2016. The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long and 33 ft wide.
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 48th Ave over I-96 built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is 48th Ave over I-96 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does 48th Ave over I-96 carry?
About 6,800 vehicles per day (1996 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is 48th Ave over I-96?
The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.4 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns 48th Ave over I-96?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.