US Bridges

Sixth ST over Jefferson Ave

PoorPosted for load

Wayne County, Michigan · S of Jefferson Avenue · Structure no. 000000000012464

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
400 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
1,136
2008 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sixth ST over Jefferson Ave is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Sixth ST over Jefferson Ave in Wayne County, Michigan. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger 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 1,136 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,435 by 2023. The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long and 39 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesSixth ST
CrossesJefferson Ave
LocationS of Jefferson Avenue
RouteCity Street 0
CountyWayne County
StateMichigan
Coordinates42.32463, -83.05744
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating88.2 US tons
Inventory rating52.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length400 ft (121.9 m)
Longest span101 ft (30.7 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.8 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,136 (2008)
Projected traffic2,435 by 2023
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Sixth ST over Jefferson Ave built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sixth ST over Jefferson Ave 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Sixth ST over Jefferson Ave carry?

About 1,136 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Sixth ST over Jefferson Ave?

The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long with a longest span of 101 ft (30.7 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns Sixth ST over Jefferson Ave?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.