US Bridges

Ush 151 NB over Maunesha River

Good

Dane County, Wisconsin · 1.3M N JCT Cth Vv · Structure no. B13029300000000

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
59 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
12,350
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ush 151 NB over Maunesha River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ush 151 NB over Maunesha River in Dane County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger than the Wisconsin average of 40.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 12,350 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,820 by 2042. The structure is 59 ft (17.9 m) long and 43 ft wide.

CarriesUsh 151 NB
CrossesMaunesha River
Location1.3M N JCT Cth Vv
RouteU.S. Route 151
Coordinates43.22625, -89.15954
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.8 US tons
Inventory rating41.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length59 ft (17.9 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,350 (2022)
Projected traffic14,820 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ush 151 NB over Maunesha River built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ush 151 NB over Maunesha River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.

How much traffic does Ush 151 NB over Maunesha River carry?

About 12,350 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Ush 151 NB over Maunesha River?

The structure is 59 ft (17.9 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Ush 151 NB over Maunesha River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.