Sth 81 over Galena River
FairLafayette County, Wisconsin · 1.1M E JCT Sth 80 to S · Structure no. B33001100000000
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 79 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,200
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sth 81 over Galena River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Sth 81 over Galena River in Lafayette County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 6 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 2,200 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,290 by 2042. The structure is 79 ft (24 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sth 81 over Galena River built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sth 81 over Galena 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Sth 81 over Galena River carry?
About 2,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Sth 81 over Galena River?
The structure is 79 ft (24 m) long with a longest span of 77 ft (23.5 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns Sth 81 over Galena River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.