US Bridges

Sth 29 WB over Wisconsin River 29

Good

Marathon County, Wisconsin · 2.5M W JCT Cth X · Structure no. B37007900000000

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
795 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
21,100
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sth 29 WB over Wisconsin River 29 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Sth 29 WB over Wisconsin River 29 in Marathon County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 21,100 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,800 by 2043. The structure is 795 ft (242.2 m) long and 67 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesSth 29 WB
CrossesWisconsin River 29
Location2.5M W JCT Cth X
RouteState Highway 29
Coordinates44.8969, -89.61719
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 rating45.2 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length795 ft (242.2 m)
Longest span172 ft (52.4 m)
Deck width67 ft (20.4 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,100 (2021)
Projected traffic27,800 by 2043
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 Sth 29 WB over Wisconsin River 29 built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sth 29 WB over Wisconsin River 29 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 2024.

How much traffic does Sth 29 WB over Wisconsin River 29 carry?

About 21,100 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Sth 29 WB over Wisconsin River 29?

The structure is 795 ft (242.2 m) long with a longest span of 172 ft (52.4 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.

Who owns Sth 29 WB over Wisconsin River 29?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.