Ush 61-STH 131 over Reads Creek
FairVernon County, Wisconsin · 3.9M N JCT Sth 131 to S · Structure no. B62001700000000
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 139 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,800
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ush 61-STH 131 over Reads Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ush 61-STH 131 over Reads Creek in Vernon County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 2,800 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,750 by 2043. The structure is 139 ft (42.5 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 38.5 mi (62 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ush 61-STH 131 over Reads Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ush 61-STH 131 over Reads 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Ush 61-STH 131 over Reads Creek carry?
About 2,800 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Ush 61-STH 131 over Reads Creek?
The structure is 139 ft (42.5 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.2 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns Ush 61-STH 131 over Reads Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.