Crunching the numbers on America's infrastructure...
Crunching the numbers on America's infrastructure...
A bridge walked into a bar. The bartender said, 'Why the long span?'
over LOWER ROUGE RIVER
INKSTER N/MICHIGAN
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This bridge has a Good overall condition rating of 7 out of 9. It is in good structural condition and is not classified as structurally deficient.
The bridge carries 21,290 vehicles per day and is 96 years old (reconstructed in 1968).
Its sufficiency rating of 70.8 is above the national average of 63.6.
For travelers with bridge anxiety
This bridge is likely to be a comfortable crossing for most travelers.
This bridge is 89 feet long — a quick crossing, under 5 seconds at highway speed.
A standard overpass design with solid barriers on each side.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
About 21,290 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 74 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
1930
96 years old (rebuilt 1968)
Structure Type
Steel (Continuous) Stringer/Multi-beam/Girder
Total Length
89 ft
27.0 m
Deck Width
74 ft
22.6 m
Spans
2
sections between supports
Max Span
43 ft
longest unsupported section (13.1 m)
Traffic Lanes
5 lanes
Two-way traffic
Daily Traffic
21,290vehicles/day
42.29727°N, 83.31023°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.