US Bridges

Sth 32-STH 55-LAKE over Wisconsin Central RR

Good

Forest County, Wisconsin · 0.5M N JCT Ush 8 to W · Structure no. B21001500000000

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
204 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,800
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sth 32-STH 55-LAKE over Wisconsin Central RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Sth 32-STH 55-LAKE over Wisconsin Central RR in Forest County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 1,800 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,720 by 2042. The structure is 204 ft (62.2 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 56.5 mi (91 km).

CarriesSth 32-STH 55-LAKE
CrossesWisconsin Central RR
Location0.5M N JCT Ush 8 to W
RouteState Highway 32
Coordinates45.57997, -88.90299
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating71.7 US tons
Inventory rating39.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length204 ft (62.2 m)
Longest span69 ft (21 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.9 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,800 (2021)
Projected traffic2,720 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed56.5 mi (91 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Sth 32-STH 55-LAKE over Wisconsin Central RR built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sth 32-STH 55-LAKE over Wisconsin Central RR 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Sth 32-STH 55-LAKE over Wisconsin Central RR carry?

About 1,800 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Sth 32-STH 55-LAKE over Wisconsin Central RR?

The structure is 204 ft (62.2 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns Sth 32-STH 55-LAKE over Wisconsin Central RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.