US Bridges

IH 43-STH 32-STH 5 over Br Milwaukee River

Fair

Ozaukee County, Wisconsin · 5.2M N JCT Sth 167 to W · Structure no. B45002800000000

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
50,300
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 43-STH 32-STH 5 over Br Milwaukee River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying IH 43-STH 32-STH 5 over Br Milwaukee River in Ozaukee County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 50,300 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 68,200 by 2043. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

CarriesIH 43-STH 32-STH 5
CrossesBr Milwaukee River
Location5.2M N JCT Sth 167 to W
RouteInterstate 43
Coordinates43.29299, -87.92062
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.6 US tons
Inventory rating28.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.6 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50,300 (2022)
Projected traffic68,200 by 2043
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 IH 43-STH 32-STH 5 over Br Milwaukee River built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is IH 43-STH 32-STH 5 over Br Milwaukee 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 IH 43-STH 32-STH 5 over Br Milwaukee River carry?

About 50,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is IH 43-STH 32-STH 5 over Br Milwaukee River?

The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns IH 43-STH 32-STH 5 over Br Milwaukee River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.