Ush 51 over Br Yahara River
FairDane County, Wisconsin · 2.5M N JCT Cth Mn · Structure no. B13006100000000
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 48,700
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ush 51 over Br Yahara River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ush 51 over Br Yahara River in Dane County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 69 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 48,700 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 58,440 by 2042. The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).
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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. |
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Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ush 51 over Br Yahara River built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is Ush 51 over Br Yahara 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Ush 51 over Br Yahara River carry?
About 48,700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Ush 51 over Br Yahara River?
The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Ush 51 over Br Yahara River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.