Sth 78 over E Br Pecatonica River
FairLafayette County, Wisconsin · 0.2M N JCT Cth F to W · Structure no. B33004000000000
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 152 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sth 78 over E Br Pecatonica River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Sth 78 over E Br Pecatonica River in Lafayette County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger 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 2,500 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,460 by 2043. The structure is 152 ft (46.2 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sth 78 over E Br Pecatonica River built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sth 78 over E Br Pecatonica 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does Sth 78 over E Br Pecatonica River carry?
About 2,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Sth 78 over E Br Pecatonica River?
The structure is 152 ft (46.2 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns Sth 78 over E Br Pecatonica River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.