Monday marked a historic day for Detroit as the Gordie Howe International Bridge officially opened to traffic, the newest connection between the U.S. and Canada.
Watch Carolyn Clifford’s video report:
SW Detroit residents hope bridge opening will bring relief from truck traffic
For many in Southwest Detroit, the moment is about more than a new crossing. It’s also about whether or not thousands of trucks will finally move out of their neighborhoods, bringing peace and quiet after years of construction and congestion.
POV of crossing the Gordie Howe International Bridge during opening day
For years, the rumble of semi-trucks has been part of daily life in Southwest Detroit.
“When they were building the bridge, it was chaos. I mean, our side streets, they looked like a freeway already. I mean cars, trucks, buses,” says Brenda Noyse.
Families have dealt with noise, congestion, diesel exhaust, and streets packed with commercial traffic as the Gordie Howe International Bridge was built…