Ferry Street–Thorofare Canal bridge facts for kids
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Ferry Street Bridge
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 Location in Michigan
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| Location | Ferry Street over Thorofare Canal, Grosse Ile, Michigan |
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| Area | 0.9 acres (0.36 ha) |
| Built | 1947 |
| Architect | Wayne County Road Commission |
| Architectural style | concrete slab |
| MPS | Highway Bridges of Michigan MPS |
| NRHP reference No. | 00000118 |
| Added to NRHP | February 18, 2000 |
The Ferry Street Bridge is a cool bridge that crosses the Thorofare Canal in Grosse Ile, Michigan. It's also known as the Ferry Street–Thorofare Canal bridge. This bridge is so special that it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in the year 2000!
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A Look Back: Bridge History
Before the current bridge was built, there was an older bridge called a Pratt truss bridge. It was about 85 feet (26 meters) long. In 1947, the Wayne County Road Commission decided to replace it. That's when they built the Ferry Street Bridge we see today!
What Does the Bridge Look Like?
The Ferry Street Bridge is made from a type of concrete called a "continuous concrete slab." This was a common way to build bridges right after World War II. It was often used because it was hard to get steel back then.
Bridge Measurements
This bridge has a main section that is 26 feet (8 meters) long. The total length of the bridge structure is 95 feet (29 meters). The part where cars drive is 36 feet (11 meters) wide. The entire bridge structure is 28 feet (8.5 meters) wide.
Special Features
The sides of the bridge have strong, solid concrete railings. You can also find special marble plates on the northeast and southeast corners. These plates show that the bridge is "Job 413" from the Wayne County Road Commission. The bridge stands on three supports, which are like square concrete posts. Experts say this bridge is a great example of its type and is still in very good condition!
