US Bridges

Martin Luther King over Clinton River

Fair

Oakland County, Michigan · 1/8 MI N Inter M-59 & Ebl · Structure no. 000000000008268

Built
1938
87 years old, rebuilt 1973
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
31 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
22,953
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Martin Luther King over Clinton River is a concrete frame carrying Martin Luther King over Clinton River in Oakland County, Michigan. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1973, so it is 87 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 22,953 vehicles a day, projected to reach 25,487 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.3 m) long and 74 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesMartin Luther King
CrossesClinton River
Location1/8 MI N Inter M-59 & Ebl
RouteCity Street 2059
CountyOakland County
StateMichigan
Coordinates42.64629, -83.27003
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length31 ft (9.3 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width74 ft (22.7 m)
Roadway width63 ft (19.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,953 (2024)
Projected traffic25,487 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure5
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$33,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Martin Luther King over Clinton River built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1973.

What condition is Martin Luther King 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 Martin Luther King over Clinton River carry?

About 22,953 vehicles per day (2024 count).

How long is Martin Luther King over Clinton River?

The structure is 31 ft (9.3 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.

Who owns Martin Luther King over Clinton River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.