Ush 12/18 Wb-S Bel over Yahara River
FairDane County, Wisconsin · 1.5M W JCT Ush 51 to N · Structure no. B13031600000000
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 2,605 ft
- 33 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 62,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ush 12/18 Wb-S Bel over Yahara River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ush 12/18 Wb-S Bel over Yahara River in Dane County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 62,000 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 74,400 by 2043. The structure is 2,605 ft (794 m) long and 53 ft wide.
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Ush 12/18 Wb-S Bel over Yahara River built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ush 12/18 Wb-S Bel over 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Ush 12/18 Wb-S Bel over Yahara River carry?
About 62,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Ush 12/18 Wb-S Bel over Yahara River?
The structure is 2,605 ft (794 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.
Who owns Ush 12/18 Wb-S Bel over Yahara River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.