Sth 13 over Chippewa River 33
PoorAshland County, Wisconsin · 9.1M N JCT Cth F · Structure no. B02004700000000
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 100 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,700
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sth 13 over Chippewa River 33 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Sth 13 over Chippewa River 33 in Ashland County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 years old, younger than the Wisconsin average of 40.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 1,700 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,120 by 2043. The structure is 100 ft (30.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 58.4 mi (94 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sth 13 over Chippewa River 33 built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sth 13 over Chippewa River 33 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does Sth 13 over Chippewa River 33 carry?
About 1,700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Sth 13 over Chippewa River 33?
The structure is 100 ft (30.4 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns Sth 13 over Chippewa River 33?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.