FR121 over Yellow River
FairTaylor County, Wisconsin · 0.1 M. E. JCT Cth G · Structure no. 090203000001032
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 94 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 1983 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
FR121 over Yellow River is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FR121 over Yellow River in Taylor County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, older 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 75 by 2045. The structure is 94 ft (28.8 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FR121 over Yellow River built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is FR121 over Yellow 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does FR121 over Yellow River carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (1983 count).
How long is FR121 over Yellow River?
The structure is 94 ft (28.8 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns FR121 over Yellow River?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.