Ush 53 over Bear Creek
FairTrempealeau County, Wisconsin · 3.7M N JCT Cth D · Structure no. B61004600000000
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 45 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,700
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ush 53 over Bear Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ush 53 over Bear Creek in Trempealeau County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 6 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 3,700 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,440 by 2043. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 51.6 mi (83 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ush 53 over Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ush 53 over Bear Creek 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 Ush 53 over Bear Creek carry?
About 3,700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Ush 53 over Bear Creek?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Ush 53 over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.