Inkster Road over Lower Rouge River
GoodWayne County, Michigan · Inkster N/Michigan · Structure no. 000000000012167
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1968
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 89 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,290
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Inkster Road over Lower Rouge River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Inkster Road over Lower Rouge River in Wayne County, Michigan. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1968, so it is 95 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 21,290 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,530 by 2044. The structure is 89 ft (27 m) long and 74 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Inkster Road over Lower Rouge River built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1968.
What condition is Inkster Road over Lower Rouge River 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does Inkster Road over Lower Rouge River carry?
About 21,290 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Inkster Road over Lower Rouge River?
The structure is 89 ft (27 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.
Who owns Inkster Road over Lower Rouge River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.