Palmer RD over I-275
GoodWayne County, Michigan · 1 MI NW of Wayne · Structure no. 000000000011948
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 293 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,948
- 1994 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Palmer RD over I-275 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Palmer RD over I-275 in Wayne County, Michigan. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, older than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 3,948 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,000 by 2017. The structure is 293 ft (89.3 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Palmer RD over I-275 built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is Palmer RD over I-275 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does Palmer RD over I-275 carry?
About 3,948 vehicles per day (1994 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Palmer RD over I-275?
The structure is 293 ft (89.3 m) long with a longest span of 149 ft (45.3 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.
Who owns Palmer RD over I-275?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.