US Bridges

Ush 51 SB (stought over Cth Bb (cottage Grove RD

Good

Dane County, Wisconsin · 2.3 Miles North of Ush 12 · Structure no. B13063200000000

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
397 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
23,100
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ush 51 SB (stought over Cth Bb (cottage Grove RD is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ush 51 SB (stought over Cth Bb (cottage Grove RD in Dane County, Wisconsin. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 23,100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 27,720 by 2042. The structure is 397 ft (120.9 m) long and 59 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesUsh 51 SB (stought
CrossesCth Bb (cottage Grove RD
Location2.3 Miles North of Ush 12
RouteU.S. Route 51
CountyDane County
StateWisconsin
Coordinates43.08396, -89.3115
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating56.8 US tons
Inventory rating41.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length397 ft (120.9 m)
Longest span154 ft (47 m)
Deck width59 ft (18 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,100 (2022)
Projected traffic27,720 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ush 51 SB (stought over Cth Bb (cottage Grove RD built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ush 51 SB (stought over Cth Bb (cottage Grove RD 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Ush 51 SB (stought over Cth Bb (cottage Grove RD carry?

About 23,100 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Ush 51 SB (stought over Cth Bb (cottage Grove RD?

The structure is 397 ft (120.9 m) long with a longest span of 154 ft (47 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.

Who owns Ush 51 SB (stought over Cth Bb (cottage Grove RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.