Ush 8 over Somo Creek
GoodPrice County, Wisconsin · 2.8M E JCT Cth D to S · Structure no. B50003700000000
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ush 8 over Somo Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ush 8 over Somo Creek in Price County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 2,200 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,480 by 2043. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 66.5 mi (107 km).
Location
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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 Ush 8 over Somo Creek built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ush 8 over Somo 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Ush 8 over Somo Creek carry?
About 2,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Ush 8 over Somo Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Ush 8 over Somo Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.