US Bridges

Jefferson Ave over Dequindre Cut Greenway

Good

Wayne County, Michigan · Jefferson W of ST Aubin · Structure no. 000000000012343

Built
1923
102 years old, rebuilt 2006
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
95 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
24,127
2008 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Jefferson Ave over Dequindre Cut Greenway is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Jefferson Ave over Dequindre Cut Greenway in Wayne County, Michigan. It was built in 1923 and reconstructed in 2006, so it is 102 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 24,127 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,900 by 2024. The structure is 95 ft (28.9 m) long and 120 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesJefferson Ave
CrossesDequindre Cut Greenway
LocationJefferson W of ST Aubin
RouteCity Street 2000
Coordinates42.33585, -83.02819
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating77.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length95 ft (28.9 m)
Longest span92 ft (28.1 m)
Deck width120 ft (36.6 m)
Roadway width99 ft (30.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic24,127 (2008)
Projected traffic31,900 by 2024
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure9
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Jefferson Ave over Dequindre Cut Greenway built?

It was built in 1923, making it 102 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2006.

What condition is Jefferson Ave over Dequindre Cut Greenway 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Jefferson Ave over Dequindre Cut Greenway carry?

About 24,127 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Jefferson Ave over Dequindre Cut Greenway?

The structure is 95 ft (28.9 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28.1 m) and a deck 120 ft wide.

Who owns Jefferson Ave over Dequindre Cut Greenway?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.