Sth 96 over Rat River
FairOutagamie County, Wisconsin · 2.3M E JCT Cth M · Structure no. B44007700000000
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,300
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sth 96 over Rat River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Sth 96 over Rat River in Outagamie County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 6,300 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,700 by 2043. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sth 96 over Rat River built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sth 96 over Rat 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Sth 96 over Rat River carry?
About 6,300 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Sth 96 over Rat River?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Sth 96 over Rat River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.