Sth 80 over Melancthon Creek
GoodRichland County, Wisconsin · 1.2M N JCT Cth Cc to E · Structure no. B52015300000000
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,300
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sth 80 over Melancthon Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Sth 80 over Melancthon Creek in Richland County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 1,300 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,430 by 2041. The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sth 80 over Melancthon Creek built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sth 80 over Melancthon 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 April 2022.
How much traffic does Sth 80 over Melancthon Creek carry?
About 1,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is Sth 80 over Melancthon Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns Sth 80 over Melancthon Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.