Sth 56 over Br N Fk Bad Axe River
FairVernon County, Wisconsin · 3.0M E JCT Cth K · Structure no. B62028600000000
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 28 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,200
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sth 56 over Br N Fk Bad Axe River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Sth 56 over Br N Fk Bad Axe River in Vernon County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 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 1,200 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,230 by 2043. The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 Sth 56 over Br N Fk Bad Axe River built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sth 56 over Br N Fk 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 56 over Br N Fk Bad Axe River carry?
About 1,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Sth 56 over Br N Fk Bad Axe River?
The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Sth 56 over Br N Fk Bad Axe River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.