Cth T over Big Somo River
PoorPosted for loadLincoln County, Wisconsin · 1.3M S JCT Ush 8 · Structure no. P35004400000000
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 74 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 86
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Cth T over Big Somo River is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying Cth T over Big Somo River in Lincoln County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older than the Wisconsin average of 40.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 86 vehicles a day, projected to reach 88 by 2043. The structure is 74 ft (22.6 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Cth T over Big Somo River built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is Cth T over Big Somo River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does Cth T over Big Somo River carry?
About 86 vehicles per day (2023 count).
How long is Cth T over Big Somo River?
The structure is 74 ft (22.6 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Cth T over Big Somo River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.