IRR BIA RTE 21 over West Branch Red River
FairShawano County, Wisconsin · 20 KM NW of Gresham · Structure no. 00000000000F321
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 64 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 450
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE 21 over West Branch Red River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IRR BIA RTE 21 over West Branch Red River in Shawano County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 years old, younger 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 5 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 450 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 700 by 2044. The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR BIA RTE 21 over West Branch Red River built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE 21 over West Branch Red River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does IRR BIA RTE 21 over West Branch Red River carry?
About 450 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE 21 over West Branch Red River?
The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.5 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE 21 over West Branch Red River?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.