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downriver
What does downriver mean?
The group of suburban communities southwest of Detroit in Wayne County, along the Detroit River as it bends south toward Lake Erie.
"She's from downriver, out past Wyandotte."
Origin
Named for the communities located down the Detroit River from the city.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'downriver' mean in Detroit?
It refers to the cluster of suburbs southwest of Detroit in Wayne County, along the Detroit River, including towns like Wyandotte.
Why is it called downriver?
The communities sit downstream on the Detroit River from the city, as it flows south toward Lake Erie.
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