Ush 53 over Rheingan Creek
FairChippewa County, Wisconsin · 2.9M N JCT Sth 29 to E · Structure no. B09006900000000
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 850
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ush 53 over Rheingan Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ush 53 over Rheingan Creek in Chippewa County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 850 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,020 by 2041. The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 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 Ush 53 over Rheingan Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ush 53 over Rheingan Creek 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 over Rheingan Creek carry?
About 850 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Ush 53 over Rheingan Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns Ush 53 over Rheingan Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.