Emmons ST over S Br Ecorse River
PoorPosted for loadWayne County, Michigan · In Lincoln Park · Structure no. 000000000012500
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 53 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,000
- 1984 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Emmons ST over S Br Ecorse River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Emmons ST over S Br Ecorse River in Wayne County, Michigan. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, older 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 1,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,000 by 2010. The structure is 53 ft (16.1 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Emmons ST over S Br Ecorse River built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Emmons ST over S Br Ecorse River 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Emmons ST over S Br Ecorse River carry?
About 1,000 vehicles per day (1984 count).
How long is Emmons ST over S Br Ecorse River?
The structure is 53 ft (16.1 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns Emmons ST over S Br Ecorse River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.