Ush 53 N over Otter Creek
FairEau Claire County, Wisconsin · .3 M N of Ush 12 · Structure no. B18016100000000
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 266 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,500
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ush 53 N over Otter Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ush 53 N over Otter Creek in Eau Claire County, Wisconsin. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 6 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 21,500 vehicles a day, projected to reach 25,800 by 2041. The structure is 266 ft (81.2 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ush 53 N over Otter Creek built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ush 53 N over Otter 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Ush 53 N over Otter Creek carry?
About 21,500 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Ush 53 N over Otter Creek?
The structure is 266 ft (81.2 m) long with a longest span of 102 ft (31.1 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.
Who owns Ush 53 N over Otter Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.