US Bridges

Lrd W Lakefield DR over Br Kinnickinnic River

Fair

Milwaukee County, Wisconsin · 0.2M W JCT Sth 241 · Structure no. P40088200000000

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,161
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lrd W Lakefield DR over Br Kinnickinnic River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Lrd W Lakefield DR over Br Kinnickinnic River in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 4,161 vehicles a day, projected to reach 6,120 by 2041. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesLrd W Lakefield DR
CrossesBr Kinnickinnic River
Location0.2M W JCT Sth 241
RouteCity Street 0
CountyMilwaukee County
StateWisconsin
Coordinates42.98387, -87.95265
Functional classUrban Local

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.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.4 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,161 (2022)
Projected traffic6,120 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Lakefield DR over Br Kinnickinnic River built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lrd W Lakefield DR 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 Lakefield DR over Br Kinnickinnic River carry?

About 4,161 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Lrd W Lakefield DR over Br Kinnickinnic River?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns Lrd W Lakefield DR over Br Kinnickinnic River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.