Sth 96 over Branch River
FairBrown County, Wisconsin · 2.3M E JCT Cth W · Structure no. B05026500000000
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sth 96 over Branch River is a concrete culvert carrying Sth 96 over Branch River in Brown County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, older than the Wisconsin average of 40.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,240 by 2043. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sth 96 over Branch River built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sth 96 over Branch River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.
How much traffic does Sth 96 over Branch River carry?
About 1,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is Sth 96 over Branch River?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Sth 96 over Branch River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.