Jefferson Avenue over Ecorse River
GoodWayne County, Michigan · Ecrs&wydottes/Southfield · Structure no. 000000000012209
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1994
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 124 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 24,584
- 1995 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Jefferson Avenue over Ecorse River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Jefferson Avenue over Ecorse River in Wayne County, Michigan. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 94 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 24,584 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,216 by 2015. The structure is 124 ft (37.8 m) long and 76 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Jefferson Avenue over Ecorse River built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.
What condition is Jefferson Avenue over Ecorse 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Jefferson Avenue over Ecorse River carry?
About 24,584 vehicles per day (1995 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Jefferson Avenue over Ecorse River?
The structure is 124 ft (37.8 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.5 m) and a deck 76 ft wide.
Who owns Jefferson Avenue over Ecorse River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.