Sth 85 over Bear Creek
GoodPepin County, Wisconsin · 1.0M E JCT Ush 10 to E · Structure no. B46005500000000
- Built
- 2008
- 17 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2021
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 120 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,400
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sth 85 over Bear Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Sth 85 over Bear Creek in Pepin County, Wisconsin. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 years old, younger than the Wisconsin average of 40.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 3,400 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,080 by 2038. The structure is 120 ft (36.5 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sth 85 over Bear Creek built?
It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sth 85 over Bear Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2021.
How much traffic does Sth 85 over Bear Creek carry?
About 3,400 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Sth 85 over Bear Creek?
The structure is 120 ft (36.5 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns Sth 85 over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.