US Bridges

Paddock ST over Clinton River

Fair

Oakland County, Michigan · 1/4 MI E M-59 & I-75 Bl · Structure no. 000000000008265

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 2009
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
35 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,351
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Paddock ST over Clinton River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Paddock ST over Clinton River in Oakland County, Michigan. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 2009, so it is 71 years old, older than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 3,351 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,700 by 2044. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesPaddock ST
CrossesClinton River
Location1/4 MI E M-59 & I-75 Bl
RouteCity Street 0
CountyOakland County
StateMichigan
Coordinates42.64134, -83.28221
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating87.2 US tons
Inventory rating52.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span33 ft (10 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.1 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,351 (2024)
Projected traffic3,700 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Paddock ST over Clinton River built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2009.

What condition is Paddock ST over Clinton River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does Paddock ST over Clinton River carry?

About 3,351 vehicles per day (2024 count).

How long is Paddock ST over Clinton River?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns Paddock ST over Clinton River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.