Cth M over Chippewa River 19
PoorPosted for loadChippewa County, Wisconsin · 0.5 M W Sth 27 · Structure no. B09000300000000
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 798 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,070
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Cth M over Chippewa River 19 is a steel continuous truss - thru carrying Cth M over Chippewa River 19 in Chippewa County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,070 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,130 by 2043. The structure is 798 ft (243.2 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 15.5 mi (25 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, 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 Cth M over Chippewa River 19 built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is Cth M over Chippewa River 19 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Cth M over Chippewa River 19 carry?
About 1,070 vehicles per day (2023 count).
How long is Cth M over Chippewa River 19?
The structure is 798 ft (243.2 m) long with a longest span of 133 ft (40.5 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns Cth M over Chippewa River 19?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.