Ush 53 N over Cth S
FairChippewa County, Wisconsin · 2.8M N JCT Sth 29 to E · Structure no. B09005700000000
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old, rebuilt 2008
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 179 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,500
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ush 53 N over Cth S is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ush 53 N over Cth S in Chippewa County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1971 and reconstructed in 2008, so it is 54 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 5 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 9,500 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,400 by 2041. The structure is 179 ft (54.7 m) long and 43 ft wide.
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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 | 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 N over Cth S built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2008.
What condition is Ush 53 N over Cth S 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does Ush 53 N over Cth S carry?
About 9,500 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Ush 53 N over Cth S?
The structure is 179 ft (54.7 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns Ush 53 N over Cth S?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.