US Bridges

Ush 51 NB over Wis Central Ltd RR

Good

Marathon County, Wisconsin · 4.5M N JCT STH29TOEAST · Structure no. B37034800000000

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
143 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
34,100
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ush 51 NB over Wis Central Ltd RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ush 51 NB over Wis Central Ltd RR in Marathon County, Wisconsin. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 years old, younger 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 34,100 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,100 by 2041. The structure is 143 ft (43.6 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesUsh 51 NB
CrossesWis Central Ltd RR
Location4.5M N JCT STH29TOEAST
RouteU.S. Route 51
Coordinates44.95319, -89.66644
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating41.4 US tons
Inventory rating37.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length143 ft (43.6 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic34,100 (2022)
Projected traffic31,100 by 2041
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ush 51 NB over Wis Central Ltd RR built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ush 51 NB over Wis Central Ltd RR 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 2022.

How much traffic does Ush 51 NB over Wis Central Ltd RR carry?

About 34,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Ush 51 NB over Wis Central Ltd RR?

The structure is 143 ft (43.6 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Ush 51 NB over Wis Central Ltd RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.