Sth 48 over Badger Creek
GoodSawyer County, Wisconsin · 5.0M E JCT Cth C · Structure no. B57002900000000
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 660
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sth 48 over Badger Creek is a steel culvert carrying Sth 48 over Badger Creek in Sawyer County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 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 660 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 792 by 2041. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 23.6 mi (38 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 48 over Badger Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sth 48 over Badger 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Sth 48 over Badger Creek carry?
About 660 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Sth 48 over Badger Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.7 m).
Who owns Sth 48 over Badger Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.