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Ambassador Bridge

Ambassador Bridge on Detroit Rivernear Detroit / Windsor, MI / ON; closed clearance about 152 ft. Major border bridge / route option.

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42.31250000, -83.07420000

Planning only Fixed bridgeAir draft concern
WaterwayDetroit River
Route SegmentChesapeake / Hudson / Great Lakes
Route VariantCommon route or Loop alternative
State / ProvinceMI / ON
Nearest CityDetroit / Windsor
Mile MarkerLake Huron/St. Clair/Detroit route option
Bridge TypeFixed suspension
Source Confidencelow

Clearance And Opening Details

Vertical Clearance Closed152.00 ft
Vertical Clearance OpenNot verified
Horizontal ClearanceNot verified
VHF ChannelNot verified
PhoneNot verified
Last Verified2026-06-08
Verify against current water level / bridge gauge before transit.

Planning Notes

Air Draft Notes
Closed/air-draft clearance: 152 ft. Datum/reference: Planning value; verify NOAA ENC/current chart. Clearance band: High clearance
Opening Schedule
Fixed.
Operator / Contact
Not verified
Navigation Notes
Fixed. Commercial traffic and security zones matter more than air draft. Closed/air-draft clearance: 152 ft. Datum/reference: Planning value; verify NOAA ENC/current chart. Clearance band: High clearance Fixed.
Regulatory Notes
Fixed. Commercial traffic and security zones matter more than air draft.