US Bridges

Sth 26 over Johnson Creek

Good

Jefferson County, Wisconsin · 4.8M N JCT Ush 18 · Structure no. B28015600000000

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
60 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
15,800
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sth 26 over Johnson Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Sth 26 over Johnson Creek in Jefferson County, Wisconsin. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 15,800 vehicles a day, projected to reach 18,960 by 2042. The structure is 60 ft (18.2 m) long and 100 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesSth 26
CrossesJohnson Creek
Location4.8M N JCT Ush 18
RouteState Highway 26
CountyJefferson County
StateWisconsin
Coordinates43.06749, -88.77541
Functional classRural Minor 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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.3 US tons
Inventory rating37.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length60 ft (18.2 m)
Longest span56 ft (17.1 m)
Deck width100 ft (30.6 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,800 (2022)
Projected traffic18,960 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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 Sth 26 over Johnson Creek built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sth 26 over Johnson Creek 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Sth 26 over Johnson Creek carry?

About 15,800 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Sth 26 over Johnson Creek?

The structure is 60 ft (18.2 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 100 ft wide.

Who owns Sth 26 over Johnson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.