US Bridges

Lrd Syene RD (dnr) over Nine Spring Creek

Fair

Dane County, Wisconsin · 0.9M S JCT Ush 14 · Structure no. P13018800000000

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,985
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lrd Syene RD (dnr) over Nine Spring Creek is a steel culvert carrying Lrd Syene RD (dnr) over Nine Spring Creek in Dane County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 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 1,985 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,183 by 2043. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesLrd Syene RD (dnr)
CrossesNine Spring Creek
Location0.9M S JCT Ush 14
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDane County
StateWisconsin
Coordinates43.02361, -89.39514
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.4 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckSteel plate
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,985 (2022)
Projected traffic2,183 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Lrd Syene RD (dnr) over Nine Spring Creek built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lrd Syene RD (dnr) over Nine Spring 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Lrd Syene RD (dnr) over Nine Spring Creek carry?

About 1,985 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Lrd Syene RD (dnr) over Nine Spring Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns Lrd Syene RD (dnr) over Nine Spring Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.