US Bridges

Lrd Fremont RD over Whitewater River

Fair

Jefferson County, Wisconsin · 0.1M E JCT Cth N · Structure no. P28091100000000

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
61 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
411
2022 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lrd Fremont RD over Whitewater River is a steel culvert carrying Lrd Fremont RD over Whitewater River in Jefferson County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 411 vehicles a day, projected to reach 452 by 2043. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesLrd Fremont RD
CrossesWhitewater River
Location0.1M E JCT Cth N
RouteCity Street 0
CountyJefferson County
StateWisconsin
Coordinates42.89242, -88.77272
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating59.4 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckCorrugated steel
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length61 ft (18.6 m)
Longest span27 ft (8.2 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic411 (2022)
Projected traffic452 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed7.5 mi (12 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township 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 Lrd Fremont RD over Whitewater River built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lrd Fremont RD over Whitewater 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Lrd Fremont RD over Whitewater River carry?

About 411 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Lrd Fremont RD over Whitewater River?

The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Lrd Fremont RD over Whitewater River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.