Sth 70 over Wood River
FairBurnett County, Wisconsin · 3.5M E Minn ST Line · Structure no. B07004600000000
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 84 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,900
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sth 70 over Wood River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Sth 70 over Wood River in Burnett County, Wisconsin. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 years old, younger 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 4,900 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,640 by 2043. The structure is 84 ft (25.5 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sth 70 over Wood River built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sth 70 over Wood 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Sth 70 over Wood River carry?
About 4,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is Sth 70 over Wood River?
The structure is 84 ft (25.5 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns Sth 70 over Wood River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.