I-696
I-696 in In Royal Oak, Oakland County, Michigan received a condition grade of C (53/100). Built in 1971, the bridge carries 209K vehicles daily on I-696 over I-75 & 4 Ramps. It is classified as structurally deficient.
Component Ratings
The riding surface — evaluated for cracking, spalling, and wear
Beams, girders, and trusses that support the deck
Piers, abutments, and foundations below the deck
Bridge Details
About This Bridge
I-696 is a 55-year-old bridge located In Royal Oak in Oakland County, Michigan. The bridge carries I-696 over I-75 & 4 Ramps with 8 traffic lanes, handling approximately 209K vehicles per day. Built in 1971, the structure spans 204.2 meters.
The bridge received a Condition Grade of C (53/100) based on Federal Highway Administration inspection data. Its deck is rated 6/9 (fair), superstructure 5/9 (fair), and substructure 4/9 (poor). The bridge is classified as structurally deficient, meaning at least one major component is rated 4 or below — this signals a need for repair or replacement but does not necessarily indicate an immediate safety hazard.
This bridge is owned and maintained by State Highway Agency.
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Frequently Asked Questions
I-696 has a Condition Score of 53/100 (Grade C). Its deck is rated 6/9, superstructure 5/9, and substructure 4/9 on the NBI scale. The bridge is classified as structurally deficient.
I-696 was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. The average bridge age in the United States is 48 years.
I-696 carries approximately 209K vehicles per day (average daily traffic). The bridge has 8 traffic lanes. It is 204.2 meters long and located on I-696 in In Royal Oak, Oakland County, Michigan.
Yes, I-696 is classified as structurally deficient because at least one of its primary components (deck, superstructure, or substructure) is rated 4 or below on the 0-9 NBI scale. This does not necessarily mean it is unsafe, but it requires significant repair or replacement.
I-696 is located In Royal Oak in Oakland County, Michigan. The bridge carries I-696 over I-75 & 4 Ramps. Its coordinates are 42.476528, -83.111386. It is maintained by State Highway Agency.
I-696 carries I-696 over I-75 & 4 Ramps. The bridge is 204.2 meters long and was built in 1971.
Condition Score is calculated from deck (33%), superstructure (33%), and substructure (34%) NBI ratings with an age penalty for bridges over 50 years.