M-43 over I-196
Fair Condition63 years old8,400 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Michigan |
| County | Van Buren |
| Location | At M-43 |
| Carries | M-43 |
| Crosses | I-196 |
| Coordinates | 42.38402, -86.25756 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Superstructure | 5 (Fair) |
| Substructure | 7 (Good) |
| Scour Critical | Not applicable |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 238.2 ft (72.6 m) |
| Max Span | 77.8 ft (23.7 m) |
| Deck Width | 36.7 ft (11.2 m) |
| Deck Area | 813.1 sq m |
| Main Spans | 4 |
| Year Built | 1963 (reconstructed 1989) |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 8,400 (2014) |
| Truck Traffic | 25% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
| Lanes Under Bridge | 4 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | October 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 000000000010693 |