FR198 over Marengo River
GoodBayfield County, Wisconsin · 6.5 M. E. JCT Cth D · Structure no. 090204000001020
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 61 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 20
- 1978 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
FR198 over Marengo River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FR198 over Marengo River in Bayfield County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 61 ft (18.5 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 | 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 FR198 over Marengo River built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is FR198 over Marengo 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 FR198 over Marengo River carry?
About 20 vehicles per day (1978 count).
How long is FR198 over Marengo River?
The structure is 61 ft (18.5 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.8 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns FR198 over Marengo River?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.