Willits Street over Rouge River
PoorOakland County, Michigan · 0.3 MI W of N Oldwoodward · Structure no. 000000000013481
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 31 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 779
- 2002 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Willits Street over Rouge River is a steel culvert carrying Willits Street over Rouge River in Oakland County, Michigan. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 4 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.
It carries about 779 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,022 by 935. The structure is 31 ft (9.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Willits Street over Rouge River built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is Willits Street over Rouge 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Willits Street over Rouge River carry?
About 779 vehicles per day (2002 count).
How long is Willits Street over Rouge River?
The structure is 31 ft (9.3 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4.1 m).
Who owns Willits Street over Rouge River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.