Ush 53 SB over Cth I
PoorBarron County, Wisconsin · 8.6M S JCT Ush 8 to E · Structure no. B03002400000000
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 171 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,200
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ush 53 SB over Cth I is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ush 53 SB over Cth I in Barron County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older 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 6,200 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,440 by 2042. The structure is 171 ft (52 m) long and 44 ft wide.
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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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ush 53 SB over Cth I built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ush 53 SB over Cth I 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Ush 53 SB over Cth I carry?
About 6,200 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Ush 53 SB over Cth I?
The structure is 171 ft (52 m) long with a longest span of 88 ft (26.8 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns Ush 53 SB over Cth I?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.