Outer Drive over I-96

Fair Condition56 years old42,000 vehicles/day

Location

StateMichigan
CountyWayne
LocationIn Detroit
CarriesOuter Drive
CrossesI-96
Coordinates42.38543, -83.25603

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length231.0 ft (70.4 m)
Max Span114.8 ft (35 m)
Deck Width169.9 ft (51.8 m)
Deck Area3646.7 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1970 (reconstructed 2003)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic42,000 (1988)
Truck Traffic3%
Lanes On Bridge10
Lanes Under Bridge10

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection424
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000011509

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