US Bridges

Sth 190-CAPITOL DR over Milwaukee River

Fair

Milwaukee County, Wisconsin · 1.1M E JCT IH 43 to N · Structure no. B40052300000000

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
376 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
20,400
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sth 190-CAPITOL DR over Milwaukee River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Sth 190-CAPITOL DR over Milwaukee River in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 20,400 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,441 by 2042. The structure is 376 ft (114.5 m) long and 106 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

CarriesSth 190-CAPITOL DR
CrossesMilwaukee River
Location1.1M E JCT IH 43 to N
RouteState Highway 190
Coordinates43.08904, -87.89916
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.8 US tons
Inventory rating37.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length376 ft (114.5 m)
Longest span124 ft (37.7 m)
Deck width106 ft (32.3 m)
Roadway width84 ft (25.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,400 (2022)
Projected traffic32,441 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 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 190-CAPITOL DR over Milwaukee River built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sth 190-CAPITOL DR over Milwaukee 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 2023.

How much traffic does Sth 190-CAPITOL DR over Milwaukee River carry?

About 20,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Sth 190-CAPITOL DR over Milwaukee River?

The structure is 376 ft (114.5 m) long with a longest span of 124 ft (37.7 m) and a deck 106 ft wide.

Who owns Sth 190-CAPITOL DR over Milwaukee River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.