IH USH51-IH39SB over Plover River
FairPortage County, Wisconsin · 1.1M S JCT Sth 66 to E · Structure no. B49002700000000
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 113 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,850
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH USH51-IH39SB over Plover River is a concrete continuous slab carrying IH USH51-IH39SB over Plover River in Portage County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 16,850 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,220 by 2042. The structure is 113 ft (34.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH USH51-IH39SB over Plover River built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH USH51-IH39SB over Plover 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does IH USH51-IH39SB over Plover River carry?
About 16,850 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is IH USH51-IH39SB over Plover River?
The structure is 113 ft (34.5 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns IH USH51-IH39SB over Plover River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.