IH Ush 51-IH 39 over Hay Meadow Creek
GoodPortage County, Wisconsin · 1.5M N JCT Ush B51 to S · Structure no. B49005300000000
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old, rebuilt 2006
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 28 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 29,800
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH Ush 51-IH 39 over Hay Meadow Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying IH Ush 51-IH 39 over Hay Meadow Creek in Portage County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1972 and reconstructed in 2006, so it is 53 years old, older 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 29,800 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,880 by 2043. The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH Ush 51-IH 39 over Hay Meadow Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2006.
What condition is IH Ush 51-IH 39 over Hay Meadow 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does IH Ush 51-IH 39 over Hay Meadow Creek carry?
About 29,800 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is IH Ush 51-IH 39 over Hay Meadow Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns IH Ush 51-IH 39 over Hay Meadow Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.