US Bridges

Sth 33 - State RD over Bn RR

Fair

La Crosse County, Wisconsin · 1.4M E JCT Sth 35 · Structure no. B32008300000000

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
182 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
12,400
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sth 33 - State RD over Bn RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Sth 33 - State RD over Bn RR in La Crosse County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 12,400 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,880 by 2041. The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long and 68 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesSth 33 - State RD
CrossesBn RR
Location1.4M E JCT Sth 35
RouteState Highway 33
Coordinates43.79428, -91.21489
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.6 US tons
Inventory rating41.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length182 ft (55.5 m)
Longest span68 ft (20.7 m)
Deck width68 ft (20.7 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,400 (2021)
Projected traffic14,880 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 33 - State RD over Bn RR built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sth 33 - State RD over Bn RR 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Sth 33 - State RD over Bn RR carry?

About 12,400 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Sth 33 - State RD over Bn RR?

The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.

Who owns Sth 33 - State RD over Bn RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.