IH 94 WB over Black River
FairJackson County, Wisconsin · 0.9M W JCT Sth 54 (f) · Structure no. B27004000000000
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 524 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,080
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 94 WB over Black River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 94 WB over Black River in Jackson County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1967 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 58 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 13,080 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,700 by 2041. The structure is 524 ft (159.7 m) long and 37 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 94 WB over Black River built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is IH 94 WB over Black 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does IH 94 WB over Black River carry?
About 13,080 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is IH 94 WB over Black River?
The structure is 524 ft (159.7 m) long with a longest span of 170 ft (51.8 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns IH 94 WB over Black River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.