Sth 27 over Little Thornapple River
GoodRusk County, Wisconsin · 0.7M N JCT Cth J to E · Structure no. B54005500000000
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,600
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sth 27 over Little Thornapple River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Sth 27 over Little Thornapple River in Rusk County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 1,600 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,920 by 2041. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13.7 mi (22 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sth 27 over Little Thornapple River built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sth 27 over Little Thornapple 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Sth 27 over Little Thornapple River carry?
About 1,600 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Sth 27 over Little Thornapple River?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns Sth 27 over Little Thornapple River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.