US Bridges

Base Line/Novi RD over Middle Rouge River

Fair

Wayne County, Michigan · Northville E/Center · Structure no. 000000000012099

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
48 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
18,988
1996 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Base Line/Novi RD over Middle Rouge River is a steel culvert carrying Base Line/Novi RD over Middle Rouge River in Wayne County, Michigan. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 18,988 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,675 by 2015. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesBase Line/Novi RD
CrossesMiddle Rouge River
LocationNorthville E/Center
RouteCounty Highway 2057
CountyWayne County
StateMichigan
Coordinates42.4398, -83.47605
Functional classUrban Minor 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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2023
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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating107.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length48 ft (14.6 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 traffic18,988 (1996)
Projected traffic17,675 by 2015
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Base Line/Novi RD over Middle Rouge River built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Base Line/Novi RD over Middle 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Base Line/Novi RD over Middle Rouge River carry?

About 18,988 vehicles per day (1996 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Base Line/Novi RD over Middle Rouge River?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Base Line/Novi RD over Middle Rouge River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.