US Bridges

Sth 42 (calumet DR over Pigeon River

Fair

Sheboygan County, Wisconsin · 1.0M N JCT Cth Ab · Structure no. B59014500000000

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
170 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
14,300
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sth 42 (calumet DR over Pigeon River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Sth 42 (calumet DR over Pigeon River in Sheboygan County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 14,300 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,160 by 2041. The structure is 170 ft (51.7 m) long and 89 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesSth 42 (calumet DR
CrossesPigeon River
Location1.0M N JCT Cth Ab
RouteState Highway 42
Coordinates43.78142, -87.74748
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71.7 US tons
Inventory rating39.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length170 ft (51.7 m)
Longest span83 ft (25.3 m)
Deck width89 ft (27 m)
Roadway width68 ft (20.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,300 (2021)
Projected traffic17,160 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 42 (calumet DR over Pigeon River built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sth 42 (calumet DR over Pigeon 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Sth 42 (calumet DR over Pigeon River carry?

About 14,300 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Sth 42 (calumet DR over Pigeon River?

The structure is 170 ft (51.7 m) long with a longest span of 83 ft (25.3 m) and a deck 89 ft wide.

Who owns Sth 42 (calumet DR over Pigeon River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.