Cth D over Chippewa River 24
PoorSawyer County, Wisconsin · 1.8M E JCT Sth 40 · Structure no. B57001800000000
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 241 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,094
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Cth D over Chippewa River 24 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Cth D over Chippewa River 24 in Sawyer 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 1,094 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,193 by 2043. The structure is 241 ft (73.5 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Cth D over Chippewa River 24 built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is Cth D over Chippewa River 24 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.
How much traffic does Cth D over Chippewa River 24 carry?
About 1,094 vehicles per day (2024 count).
How long is Cth D over Chippewa River 24?
The structure is 241 ft (73.5 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Cth D over Chippewa River 24?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.