Ush 51 NB over Prairie River
GoodLincoln County, Wisconsin · 2.5M N JCT Sth 64 to E · Structure no. B35003100000000
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 185 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,350
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ush 51 NB over Prairie River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ush 51 NB over Prairie River in Lincoln County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 years old, older than the Wisconsin average of 40.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 7,350 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,500 by 2042. The structure is 185 ft (56.3 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ush 51 NB over Prairie River built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ush 51 NB over Prairie River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.
How much traffic does Ush 51 NB over Prairie River carry?
About 7,350 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Ush 51 NB over Prairie River?
The structure is 185 ft (56.3 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns Ush 51 NB over Prairie River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.