E N Hines Drive over Middle Rouge River
PoorPosted for loadWayne County, Michigan · Westland E/Merriman · Structure no. 000000000012072
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 91 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,193
- 1996 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
E N Hines Drive over Middle Rouge River is a concrete continuous slab carrying E N Hines Drive over Middle Rouge River in Wayne County, Michigan. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 14,193 vehicles a day, projected to reach 13,134 by 2015. The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long and 66 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was E N Hines Drive over Middle Rouge River built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is E N Hines Drive over Middle 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does E N Hines Drive over Middle Rouge River carry?
About 14,193 vehicles per day (1996 count).
How long is E N Hines Drive over Middle Rouge River?
The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.6 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.
Who owns E N Hines Drive over Middle Rouge River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.