US Bridges

Lrd W Howard Ave over Br Kinnickinnic River

Fair

Milwaukee County, Wisconsin · 0.1 M East of JCT Sth 241 · Structure no. P40087700000000

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
12,303
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lrd W Howard Ave over Br Kinnickinnic River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Lrd W Howard Ave over Br Kinnickinnic River in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 12,303 vehicles a day, projected to reach 14,520 by 2041. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesLrd W Howard Ave
CrossesBr Kinnickinnic River
Location0.1 M East of JCT Sth 241
RouteCity Street 0
CountyMilwaukee County
StateWisconsin
Coordinates42.97388, -87.94599
Functional classUrban Minor 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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.4 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,303 (2022)
Projected traffic14,520 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Lrd W Howard Ave over Br Kinnickinnic River built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lrd W Howard 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 Lrd W Howard Ave over Br Kinnickinnic River carry?

About 12,303 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Lrd W Howard Ave over Br Kinnickinnic River?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Lrd W Howard Ave over Br Kinnickinnic River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.