US Bridges

M-153 over CSX RR

Fair

Wayne County, Michigan · 1M E of I-275 in Westland · Structure no. 000000000011332

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
1,141 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
46,461
2011 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

M-153 over CSX RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying M-153 over CSX RR in Wayne County, Michigan. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 years old, younger 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 46,461 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 51,849 by 2031. The structure is 1,141 ft (347.9 m) long and 72 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesM-153
CrossesCSX RR
Location1M E of I-275 in Westland
RouteState Highway 153
CountyWayne County
StateMichigan
Coordinates42.32355, -83.4246
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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
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.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
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
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68.9 US tons
Inventory rating41.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+10 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,141 ft (347.9 m)
Longest span130 ft (39.6 m)
Deck width72 ft (21.9 m)
Roadway width68 ft (20.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic46,461 (2011)
Projected traffic51,849 by 2031
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was M-153 over CSX RR built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is M-153 over CSX RR 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does M-153 over CSX RR carry?

About 46,461 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is M-153 over CSX RR?

The structure is 1,141 ft (347.9 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.

Who owns M-153 over CSX RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.