Ush 53 over Otter Creek
PoorEau Claire County, Wisconsin · 2.1M N JCT Cth V · Structure no. B18007000000000
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 45 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,200
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ush 53 over Otter Creek is a steel culvert carrying Ush 53 over Otter Creek in Eau Claire County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger than the Wisconsin average of 40.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 1,200 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,440 by 2041. The structure is 45 ft (13.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ush 53 over Otter Creek built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ush 53 over Otter Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does Ush 53 over Otter Creek carry?
About 1,200 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Ush 53 over Otter Creek?
The structure is 45 ft (13.8 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns Ush 53 over Otter Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.