FR168 over Moose River
GoodAshland County, Wisconsin · 5.0 M. S. JCT Sth 77 · Structure no. 090202000001027
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old, rebuilt 2023
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 43 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 20
- 1978 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
FR168 over Moose River is a wood or timber slab carrying FR168 over Moose River in Ashland County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 2023, so it is 73 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 43 ft (13 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FR168 over Moose River built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2023.
What condition is FR168 over Moose 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does FR168 over Moose River carry?
About 20 vehicles per day (1978 count).
How long is FR168 over Moose River?
The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.6 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.
Who owns FR168 over Moose River?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.