Sth 27 over Namekagon River
PoorSawyer County, Wisconsin · 0.1M N JCT Cth B · Structure no. B57005800000000
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 141 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,500
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sth 27 over Namekagon River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Sth 27 over Namekagon River in Sawyer County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger 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 4 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 13,500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,200 by 2041. The structure is 141 ft (43 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 20.5 mi (33 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, 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 Sth 27 over Namekagon River built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sth 27 over Namekagon River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Sth 27 over Namekagon River carry?
About 13,500 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Sth 27 over Namekagon River?
The structure is 141 ft (43 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.
Who owns Sth 27 over Namekagon River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.