Ush 61 over Richland Creek
FairCrawford County, Wisconsin · 4.0M N JCT Sth 60 to E · Structure no. B12002100000000
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 35 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,700
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ush 61 over Richland Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ush 61 over Richland Creek in Crawford County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 2,700 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,750 by 2042. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ush 61 over Richland Creek built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ush 61 over Richland 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Ush 61 over Richland Creek carry?
About 2,700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Ush 61 over Richland Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Ush 61 over Richland Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.