US Bridges

Sth 29 WB over Middle Branch Embarrass

Good

Shawano County, Wisconsin · 5 Mi. West of Cth D · Structure no. B58012800000000

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
102 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,450
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sth 29 WB over Middle Branch Embarrass is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Sth 29 WB over Middle Branch Embarrass in Shawano County, Wisconsin. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 4,450 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,500 by 2041. The structure is 102 ft (31.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesSth 29 WB
CrossesMiddle Branch Embarrass
Location5 Mi. West of Cth D
RouteState Highway 29
Coordinates44.80386, -89.01659
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating56.4 US tons
Inventory rating42.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length102 ft (31.1 m)
Longest span98 ft (29.9 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,450 (2022)
Projected traffic5,500 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Sth 29 WB over Middle Branch Embarrass built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sth 29 WB over Middle Branch Embarrass 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 October 2022.

How much traffic does Sth 29 WB over Middle Branch Embarrass carry?

About 4,450 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Sth 29 WB over Middle Branch Embarrass?

The structure is 102 ft (31.1 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (29.9 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Sth 29 WB over Middle Branch Embarrass?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.