Sth 38-HOWELL Ave over Br Kinnickinnic River
FairMilwaukee County, Wisconsin · 1.8M N JCT Cth Zz · Structure no. B40045800000000
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 21,494
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sth 38-HOWELL Ave over Br Kinnickinnic River is a concrete culvert carrying Sth 38-HOWELL Ave over Br Kinnickinnic River in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 21,494 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,240 by 2041. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sth 38-HOWELL Ave over Br Kinnickinnic River built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sth 38-HOWELL Ave 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 38-HOWELL Ave over Br Kinnickinnic River carry?
About 21,494 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Sth 38-HOWELL Ave over Br Kinnickinnic River?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m).
Who owns Sth 38-HOWELL Ave over Br Kinnickinnic River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.