Lrd Somo Dam RD over Little Somo River
FairLincoln County, Wisconsin · 1.4M S JCT Cth Cc · Structure no. P35090800000000
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old, rebuilt 1985
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 36 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 186
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Lrd Somo Dam RD over Little Somo River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Lrd Somo Dam RD over Little Somo River in Lincoln County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 96 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 186 vehicles a day, projected to reach 198 by 2043. The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Lrd Somo Dam RD over Little Somo River built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.
What condition is Lrd Somo Dam RD over Little 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 2024.
How much traffic does Lrd Somo Dam RD over Little Somo River carry?
About 186 vehicles per day (2023 count).
How long is Lrd Somo Dam RD over Little Somo River?
The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.4 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Lrd Somo Dam RD over Little Somo River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.