US Bridges

Crocker Blvd over Clinton River

PoorPosted for load

Macomb County, Michigan · E of M3 NB · Structure no. 000000000006414

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected April 2024
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete
Length
202 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,736
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Crocker Blvd over Clinton River is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying Crocker Blvd over Clinton River in Macomb County, Michigan. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 11,736 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,320 by 2040. The structure is 202 ft (61.5 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesCrocker Blvd
CrossesClinton River
LocationE of M3 NB
RouteCity Street 2058
Coordinates42.5962, -82.87665
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Superstructure3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating31.7 US tons
Inventory rating24.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length202 ft (61.5 m)
Longest span67 ft (20.4 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.6 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,736 (2020)
Projected traffic14,320 by 2040
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$5.6 million
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Crocker Blvd over Clinton River built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Crocker Blvd over Clinton River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does Crocker Blvd over Clinton River carry?

About 11,736 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Crocker Blvd over Clinton River?

The structure is 202 ft (61.5 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns Crocker Blvd over Clinton River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.