US Bridges

Lrd Pier ST over Prairie River

Fair

Lincoln County, Wisconsin · 0.5M N JCT Sth 64 · Structure no. B35002400000000

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
149 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,806
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lrd Pier ST over Prairie River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Lrd Pier ST over Prairie River in Lincoln County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 2,806 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,433 by 2043. The structure is 149 ft (45.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

Location

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CarriesLrd Pier ST
CrossesPrairie River
Location0.5M N JCT Sth 64
RouteCity Street 0
CountyLincoln County
StateWisconsin
Coordinates45.18818, -89.69347
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68.5 US tons
Inventory rating30.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length149 ft (45.4 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,806 (2024)
Projected traffic4,433 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Lrd Pier ST over Prairie River built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lrd Pier ST over Prairie 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Lrd Pier ST over Prairie River carry?

About 2,806 vehicles per day (2024 count).

How long is Lrd Pier ST over Prairie River?

The structure is 149 ft (45.4 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns Lrd Pier ST over Prairie River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.