I-196 EB over Black River

Fair Condition54 years old15,999 vehicles/day

Location

StateMichigan
CountyOttawa
Location2 Mi E Of Zeeland
CarriesI-196 EB
CrossesBlack River
Coordinates42.81677, -85.96990

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length180.1 ft (54.9 m)
Max Span69.9 ft (21.3 m)
Deck Width43.6 ft (13.3 m)
Deck Area730.2 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1972

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic15,999 (2007)
Truck Traffic13%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000008724

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