US Bridges

Lrd 7 and 1/2 Mile over Br Root River

Good

Racine County, Wisconsin · 0.4M W JCT Sth 38 · Structure no. P51091300000000

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
440
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lrd 7 and 1/2 Mile over Br Root River is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Lrd 7 and 1/2 Mile over Br Root River in Racine County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 440 vehicles a day, projected to reach 484 by 2043. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesLrd 7 and 1/2 Mile
CrossesBr Root River
Location0.4M W JCT Sth 38
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates42.83641, -87.92001
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.4 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckOther
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic440 (2024)
Projected traffic484 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Lrd 7 and 1/2 Mile over Br Root River built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lrd 7 and 1/2 Mile over Br Root River 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 Lrd 7 and 1/2 Mile over Br Root River carry?

About 440 vehicles per day (2024 count).

How long is Lrd 7 and 1/2 Mile over Br Root River?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m).

Who owns Lrd 7 and 1/2 Mile over Br Root River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.