US Bridges

Schoolcraft X-Over over I-96

Fair

Wayne County, Michigan · In Detroit · Structure no. 000000000011511

Built
1970
55 years old, rebuilt 2003
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
382 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,750
2008 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Schoolcraft X-Over over I-96 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Schoolcraft X-Over over I-96 in Wayne County, Michigan. It was built in 1970 and reconstructed in 2003, so it is 55 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 1,750 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,000 by 2025. The structure is 382 ft (116.4 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSchoolcraft X-Over
CrossesI-96
LocationIn Detroit
RouteCity Street 2000
CountyWayne County
StateMichigan
Coordinates42.38568, -83.2446
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.
Last inspectionApril 2024
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 rating86.4 US tons
Inventory rating51.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length382 ft (116.4 m)
Longest span123 ft (37.5 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,750 (2008)
Projected traffic2,000 by 2025
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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 Schoolcraft X-Over over I-96 built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.

What condition is Schoolcraft X-Over over I-96 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Schoolcraft X-Over over I-96 carry?

About 1,750 vehicles per day (2008 count).

How long is Schoolcraft X-Over over I-96?

The structure is 382 ft (116.4 m) long with a longest span of 123 ft (37.5 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Schoolcraft X-Over over I-96?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.