Elizabeth Street over Lower Rouge River & Pkwy
PoorPosted for loadWayne County, Michigan · Wayne N/Michigan Ave · Structure no. 000000000012520
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 145 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,481
- 2012 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Elizabeth Street over Lower Rouge River & Pkwy is a concrete frame carrying Elizabeth Street over Lower Rouge River & Pkwy in Wayne County, Michigan. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 2,481 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,729 by 2032. The structure is 145 ft (44.2 m) long and 48 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Elizabeth Street over Lower Rouge River & Pkwy built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is Elizabeth Street over Lower Rouge River & Pkwy 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Elizabeth Street over Lower Rouge River & Pkwy carry?
About 2,481 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Elizabeth Street over Lower Rouge River & Pkwy?
The structure is 145 ft (44.2 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns Elizabeth Street over Lower Rouge River & Pkwy?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.