US Bridges

Sth 153-MAIN ST over Wisconsin River 25

Fair

Marathon County, Wisconsin · 0.2M E JCT Cth B · Structure no. B37009700000000

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
13,100
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sth 153-MAIN ST over Wisconsin River 25 is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Sth 153-MAIN ST over Wisconsin River 25 in Marathon County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 13,100 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,100 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesSth 153-MAIN ST
CrossesWisconsin River 25
Location0.2M E JCT Cth B
RouteState Highway 153
CountyMarathon County
StateWisconsin
Coordinates44.79033, -89.698
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: 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 rating59.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,100 (2022)
Projected traffic13,100 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed23 mi (37 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 153-MAIN ST over Wisconsin River 25 built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sth 153-MAIN ST over Wisconsin River 25 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Sth 153-MAIN ST over Wisconsin River 25 carry?

About 13,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Sth 153-MAIN ST over Wisconsin River 25?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Sth 153-MAIN ST over Wisconsin River 25?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.