Merriman Road over Bell Creek

Fair Condition91 years old29,494 vehicles/day

Location

StateMichigan
CountyWayne
LocationLivonia S/six Mile
CarriesMerriman Road
CrossesBell Creek
Coordinates42.40588, -83.35444

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway4 (Poor)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length63.0 ft (19.2 m)
Max Span28.9 ft (8.8 m)
Deck Width73.8 ft (22.5 m)
Deck Area432 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1935 (reconstructed 1965)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic29,494 (1997)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge5

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection623
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000012153

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