High Risk 🌉 Bridge / Critical Crossing  ·  Michigan

Ambassador Bridge MI/Canada

CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE RISK PROFILE  ·  MICHIGAN

8 / 10
Risk Score
Facility Type
🌉 Bridge / Critical Crossing
Primary Risk Radius
1
mile zone
Secondary Risk Radius
3
mile zone

// Risk Intelligence

Risk Score8 / 10   High
Facility Type🌉 Bridge / Critical Crossing
Operator / BranchMoroun Family / DRIC
Host CountyWayne County MI
Nearest CityWashington DC
Primary Risk Radius1 miles
Secondary Risk Radius3 miles

// Strategic Significance

The Ambassador Bridge between Detroit MI and Windsor Canada is the busiest international border crossing in North America handling $300 million in trade daily and 25% of all US-Canada trade. It is a privately owned bridge which creates unique security and maintenance considerations. A closure causes immediate supply chain disruption for the automotive industry.

// Civilian Impact Assessment

The US-Canada automotive supply chain depends on the Ambassador Bridge. A closure causes immediate disruption to auto manufacturing in Michigan Ohio and Indiana. The Detroit River ice creates operational challenges in winter.

// Evacuation & Shelter Guidance

I-75, I-96, Michigan Avenue. Wayne County Emergency Management coordinates border closure protocols with CBSA and CBP.

// Counties Within Risk Zone

// Cities Within Risk Zone