US Bridges

Wilkins over Dequindre Cut Pathway

Good

Wayne County, Michigan · Betwn Orleans & ST Aubin · Structure no. 000000000012493

Built
2015
10 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
69 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,532
2008 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Wilkins over Dequindre Cut Pathway is a concrete culvert carrying Wilkins over Dequindre Cut Pathway in Wayne County, Michigan. It was built in 2015, so it is 10 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,532 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,771 by 2023. The structure is 69 ft (20.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesWilkins
CrossesDequindre Cut Pathway
LocationBetwn Orleans & ST Aubin
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates42.35079, -83.03819
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating73.2 US tons
Inventory rating56.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length69 ft (20.9 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,532 (2008)
Projected traffic2,771 by 2023
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesPedestrian / bicycle
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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 Wilkins over Dequindre Cut Pathway built?

It was built in 2015, making it 10 years old in 2025.

What condition is Wilkins over Dequindre Cut Pathway 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 2023.

How much traffic does Wilkins over Dequindre Cut Pathway carry?

About 3,532 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Wilkins over Dequindre Cut Pathway?

The structure is 69 ft (20.9 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m).

Who owns Wilkins over Dequindre Cut Pathway?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.