I-196BL EB over Black River

Fair Condition71 years old14,315 vehicles/day

Location

StateMichigan
CountyOttawa
Location0.8 Mi NE Of Us-31
CarriesI-196BL EB
CrossesBlack River
Coordinates42.80165, -86.06616

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical3 — Scour critical

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length179.8 ft (54.8 m)
Max Span59.7 ft (18.2 m)
Deck Width40.7 ft (12.4 m)
Deck Area679.5 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1955

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic14,315 (2007)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection823
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000008706

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