Ush 8 over Somo River
FairLincoln County, Wisconsin · 0.1M E JCT Cth Yy · Structure no. B35008700000000
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,300
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ush 8 over Somo River is a concrete culvert carrying Ush 8 over Somo River in Lincoln 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 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 2,300 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,300 by 2042. The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 72.7 mi (117 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ush 8 over Somo River built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ush 8 over Somo 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 2023.
How much traffic does Ush 8 over Somo River carry?
About 2,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Ush 8 over Somo River?
The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Ush 8 over Somo River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.