Sth 73 over Popple River
FairClark County, Wisconsin · 4.6M N JCT Cth G · Structure no. B10007200000000
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 156 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,200
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sth 73 over Popple River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Sth 73 over Popple River in Clark County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 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 2,200 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,400 by 2039. The structure is 156 ft (47.5 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 56.5 mi (91 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sth 73 over Popple River built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sth 73 over Popple 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Sth 73 over Popple River carry?
About 2,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Sth 73 over Popple River?
The structure is 156 ft (47.5 m) long with a longest span of 76 ft (23.2 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns Sth 73 over Popple River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.