Sth 131 over Church Creek
FairRichland County, Wisconsin · 1.8M N JCT Sth 56 to E · Structure no. B52084900000000
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,200
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sth 131 over Church Creek is a steel culvert carrying Sth 131 over Church Creek in Richland County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1972, 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 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 2,200 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,810 by 2043. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sth 131 over Church Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sth 131 over Church Creek 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Sth 131 over Church Creek carry?
About 2,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Sth 131 over Church Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns Sth 131 over Church Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.