Schaefer RD over I-96 (jeffries Frwy)

Fair Condition55 years old23,000 vehicles/day

Location

StateMichigan
CountyWayne
LocationIn Detroit
CarriesSchaefer RD
CrossesI-96 (jeffries Frwy)
Coordinates42.38297, -83.17835

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck9 (Excellent)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length286.4 ft (87.3 m)
Max Span78.7 ft (24 m)
Deck Width81.4 ft (24.8 m)
Deck Area2165.0 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built1971 (reconstructed 2023)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic23,000 (2022)
Truck Traffic4%
Lanes On Bridge5
Lanes Under Bridge12

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection124
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000011562

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