US Bridges

Sth 241-27th ST over Br Kinnickinnic River

Fair

Milwaukee County, Wisconsin · 1.2M N JCT IH 894 to E · Structure no. B40005800000000

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
34,724
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sth 241-27th ST over Br Kinnickinnic River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Sth 241-27th ST over Br Kinnickinnic River in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 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 34,724 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,120 by 2041. The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesSth 241-27th ST
CrossesBr Kinnickinnic River
Location1.2M N JCT IH 894 to E
RouteState Highway 241
Coordinates42.97985, -87.94837
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
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 rating45.2 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (12 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 traffic34,724 (2023)
Projected traffic39,120 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 241-27th ST over Br Kinnickinnic River built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sth 241-27th ST over Br Kinnickinnic 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 Sth 241-27th ST over Br Kinnickinnic River carry?

About 34,724 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Sth 241-27th ST over Br Kinnickinnic River?

The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Sth 241-27th ST over Br Kinnickinnic River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.