US Bridges

Ush 151 over Beaver Dam River

Fair

Dodge County, Wisconsin · 0.8 Mi.N of Cth D · Structure no. B14011700000000

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
21,600
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ush 151 over Beaver Dam River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ush 151 over Beaver Dam River in Dodge County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 21,600 vehicles a day, projected to reach 25,920 by 2041. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

Location

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CarriesUsh 151
CrossesBeaver Dam River
Location0.8 Mi.N of Cth D
RouteU.S. Route 151
CountyDodge County
StateWisconsin
Coordinates43.43561, -88.85031
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionJuly 2023
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,600 (2021)
Projected traffic25,920 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.9 mi (40 km)
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 over Beaver Dam River built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ush 151 over Beaver Dam 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Ush 151 over Beaver Dam River carry?

About 21,600 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is Ush 151 over Beaver Dam River?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).

Who owns Ush 151 over Beaver Dam River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.