Ush 18 Wb-State ST over Milwaukee River
FairMilwaukee County, Wisconsin · 0.4M W JCT Sth 32 to N · Structure no. B40098000000000
- Built
- 1924
- 101 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Movable - Bascule
- Steel
- Length
- 274 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,123
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ush 18 Wb-State ST over Milwaukee River is a steel movable - bascule carrying Ush 18 Wb-State ST over Milwaukee River in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1924, so it is 101 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 5 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 5,123 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,642 by 2043. The structure is 274 ft (83.5 m) long and 81 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ush 18 Wb-State ST over Milwaukee River built?
It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ush 18 Wb-State ST 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Ush 18 Wb-State ST over Milwaukee River carry?
About 5,123 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Ush 18 Wb-State ST over Milwaukee River?
The structure is 274 ft (83.5 m) long with a longest span of 119 ft (36.3 m) and a deck 81 ft wide.
Who owns Ush 18 Wb-State ST over Milwaukee River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.