Cth G Begley ST over Black River
PoorPosted for loadClark County, Wisconsin · 0.3M W JCT Sth 73 · Structure no. B10037800000000
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 286 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,400
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Cth G Begley ST over Black River is a steel truss - thru carrying Cth G Begley ST over Black River in Clark County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 87 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 3 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 1,400 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,041 by 2043. The structure is 286 ft (87.3 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13.7 mi (22 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
| 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 G Begley ST over Black River built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is Cth G Begley ST over Black River 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Cth G Begley ST over Black River carry?
About 1,400 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Cth G Begley ST over Black River?
The structure is 286 ft (87.3 m) long with a longest span of 140 ft (42.7 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns Cth G Begley ST over Black River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.