US Bridges

IH Ramp IH 41/USH over Lrd Watertown Plank RD

Good

Milwaukee County, Wisconsin · 0.7 MI N JCT Ush 18 · Structure no. B40077700000000

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
223 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,600
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH Ramp IH 41/USH over Lrd Watertown Plank RD is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH Ramp IH 41/USH over Lrd Watertown Plank RD in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 5,600 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,700 by 2043. The structure is 223 ft (68.1 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesIH Ramp IH 41/USH
CrossesLrd Watertown Plank RD
Location0.7 MI N JCT Ush 18
RouteInterstate 41
CountyMilwaukee County
StateWisconsin
Coordinates43.04584, -88.0376
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52.1 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length223 ft (68.1 m)
Longest span108 ft (32.9 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,600 (2022)
Projected traffic3,700 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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 IH Ramp IH 41/USH over Lrd Watertown Plank RD built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH Ramp IH 41/USH over Lrd Watertown Plank RD 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does IH Ramp IH 41/USH over Lrd Watertown Plank RD carry?

About 5,600 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is IH Ramp IH 41/USH over Lrd Watertown Plank RD?

The structure is 223 ft (68.1 m) long with a longest span of 108 ft (32.9 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns IH Ramp IH 41/USH over Lrd Watertown Plank RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.