US Bridges

West Srv DR Sofld over Ecorse Creek

Fair

Wayne County, Michigan · In Dearborn Heights · Structure no. 000000000012332

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
33 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,000
1979 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

West Srv DR Sofld over Ecorse Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying West Srv DR Sofld over Ecorse Creek in Wayne County, Michigan. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 5,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,000 by 1999. The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long and 36 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesWest Srv DR Sofld
CrossesEcorse Creek
LocationIn Dearborn Heights
RouteCity Street 2057
CountyWayne County
StateMichigan
Coordinates42.27372, -83.22089
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating78.6 US tons
Inventory rating47.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length33 ft (10 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,000 (1979)
Projected traffic5,000 by 1999
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was West Srv DR Sofld over Ecorse Creek built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is West Srv DR Sofld over Ecorse Creek 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does West Srv DR Sofld over Ecorse Creek carry?

About 5,000 vehicles per day (1979 count).

How long is West Srv DR Sofld over Ecorse Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns West Srv DR Sofld over Ecorse Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.