US Bridges

Chrysler DR over I-375

Fair

Wayne County, Michigan · In Detroit · Structure no. 000000000011394

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
112 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,596
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Chrysler DR over I-375 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Chrysler DR over I-375 in Wayne County, Michigan. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 4,596 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,285 by 2040. The structure is 112 ft (34 m) long and 69 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesChrysler DR
CrossesI-375
LocationIn Detroit
RouteCity Street 0
CountyWayne County
StateMichigan
Coordinates42.33226, -83.03599
Functional classUrban Local

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.
Last inspectionMay 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 rating61.8 US tons
Inventory rating36.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length112 ft (34 m)
Longest span56 ft (17 m)
Deck width69 ft (21 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,596 (2020)
Projected traffic5,285 by 2040
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Chrysler DR over I-375 built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is Chrysler DR over I-375 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Chrysler DR over I-375 carry?

About 4,596 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Chrysler DR over I-375?

The structure is 112 ft (34 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17 m) and a deck 69 ft wide.

Who owns Chrysler DR over I-375?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.