FR196 over Brunsweiller River
GoodAshland County, Wisconsin · 1.0 M. W. JCT Cth Gg · Structure no. 090202000001021
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 72 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20
- 1978 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
FR196 over Brunsweiller River is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FR196 over Brunsweiller River in Ashland County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 years old, older than the Wisconsin average of 40.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30 by 2045. The structure is 72 ft (21.8 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13.7 mi (22 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FR196 over Brunsweiller River built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is FR196 over Brunsweiller River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does FR196 over Brunsweiller River carry?
About 20 vehicles per day (1978 count).
How long is FR196 over Brunsweiller River?
The structure is 72 ft (21.8 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns FR196 over Brunsweiller River?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.