Sth 71-STH 131 over Dorset Valley Creek
FairMonroe County, Wisconsin · 3.2M E JCT Sth 131 to S · Structure no. B41016100000000
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,700
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sth 71-STH 131 over Dorset Valley Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Sth 71-STH 131 over Dorset Valley Creek in Monroe County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 2,700 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,160 by 2043. The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sth 71-STH 131 over Dorset Valley Creek built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sth 71-STH 131 over Dorset Valley Creek 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Sth 71-STH 131 over Dorset Valley Creek carry?
About 2,700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Sth 71-STH 131 over Dorset Valley Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns Sth 71-STH 131 over Dorset Valley Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.