Fun fact: Covered bridges were roofed to protect the wood, not the travelers.
Fun fact: Covered bridges were roofed to protect the wood, not the travelers.
If I had a dime for every bridge I've crossed, I'd have about ten bucks by now.
over ROUGE R DEARBORN ST & RR
IN DETROIT
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This bridge has a Fair overall condition rating of 5 out of 9. While it is not classified as structurally deficient, it shows some deterioration that is being monitored.
The bridge carries 103,925 vehicles per day and is 59 years old (reconstructed in 2018).
Its sufficiency rating of 66.9 is above the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 20 feet — the minimum vertical space below the bridge deck. The total height of the bridge structure (including towers, railings, and superstructure) may be higher.
For travelers with bridge anxiety
This bridge has some features that may be challenging for travelers with bridge anxiety. See the tips below for a more comfortable crossing.
This bridge is 8627 feet long — an extended crossing, several minutes.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
About 20 feet above ground — moderate height, similar to a 3-5 story building.
About 103,925 vehicles cross daily — very heavy traffic, high congestion risk.
The deck is 132 feet wide with multiple lanes — easy to stay in a center lane.
This bridge crosses over water. Focus on the road ahead — the water is far below.
This comfort score is designed to help individuals with bridge anxiety plan their travel. All bridges in the National Bridge Inventory are regularly inspected and deemed safe for travel. This is not medical advice — if you experience severe anxiety, please consult a healthcare professional.
Year Built
1967
59 years old (rebuilt 2018)
Structure Type
Steel (Continuous) Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
1.63 mi
2629.5 m
Deck Width
132 ft
40.2 m
Spans
3
sections between supports
Max Span
300 ft
longest unsupported section (91.4 m)
Traffic Lanes
8 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
20 ft
navigation clearance under deck
Clearance height compared to familiar objects
Height shown is the navigation clearance below the bridge deck. The total height of the bridge structure (including towers and superstructure) may be higher.
Daily Traffic
103,925vehicles/day
42.29418°N, 83.12707°W
Steel (Continuous) Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
A steel stringer bridge uses parallel steel beams (stringers) to support the deck. This is one of the most common bridge types in the US, valued for its simplicity and strength.
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Data from the National Bridge Inventory (NBI), maintained by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).
Data year: 2025. Conditions may have changed since the last inspection.
This information is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It should not be used as the sole basis for any decisions related to bridge safety or transportation planning. Always consult official sources and local authorities for the most current data.