Sth 52 over Preble Creek
FairMarathon County, Wisconsin · 5.8M E JCT Cth W · Structure no. B37023600000000
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 36 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,300
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sth 52 over Preble Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Sth 52 over Preble Creek in Marathon County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,320 by 2042. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 17.4 mi (28 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 Sth 52 over Preble Creek built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sth 52 over Preble Creek 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Sth 52 over Preble Creek carry?
About 2,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Sth 52 over Preble Creek?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns Sth 52 over Preble Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.