Middle Belt Road over Lower Rouge River

Poor Condition102 years old23,978 vehicles/day

Location

StateMichigan
CountyWayne
LocationInkster N/michigan
CarriesMiddle Belt Road
CrossesLower Rouge River
Coordinates42.29108, -83.32943

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck4 (Poor)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length155.8 ft (47.5 m)
Max Span59.7 ft (18.2 m)
Deck Width74.5 ft (22.7 m)
Deck Area1078.2 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1924 (reconstructed 1972)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic23,978 (1996)
Truck Traffic12%
Lanes On Bridge5

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 12 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000012158

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