Lrd S 72nd ST over Honey Creek
PoorMilwaukee County, Wisconsin · 0.1M S JCT Cth Nn · Structure no. P40063300000000
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 747
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Lrd S 72nd ST over Honey Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Lrd S 72nd ST over Honey Creek in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 years old, older than the Wisconsin average of 40.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 747 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,260 by 2043. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Lrd S 72nd ST over Honey Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is Lrd S 72nd ST over Honey Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does Lrd S 72nd ST over Honey Creek carry?
About 747 vehicles per day (2023 count).
How long is Lrd S 72nd ST over Honey Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns Lrd S 72nd ST over Honey Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.