Sth 35 over Bad Axe River
FairVernon County, Wisconsin · 2.5M N JCT Cth Uu · Structure no. B62009300000000
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 244 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,750
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sth 35 over Bad Axe River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Sth 35 over Bad Axe River in Vernon County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 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 4,750 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,580 by 2042. The structure is 244 ft (74.5 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sth 35 over Bad Axe River built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sth 35 over Bad Axe 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Sth 35 over Bad Axe River carry?
About 4,750 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Sth 35 over Bad Axe River?
The structure is 244 ft (74.5 m) long with a longest span of 81 ft (24.7 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns Sth 35 over Bad Axe River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.