Lrd Upper Newton R over N Fk Bad Axe River
PoorPosted for loadVernon County, Wisconsin · 0.7M E JCT Cth O · Structure no. P62022000000000
- Built
- 1933
- 92 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 83 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 35
- 2022 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Lrd Upper Newton R over N Fk Bad Axe River is a steel truss - thru carrying Lrd Upper Newton R over N Fk Bad Axe River in Vernon County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1933, so it is 92 years old, older than the Wisconsin average of 40.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 35 vehicles a day, projected to reach 38 by 2043. The structure is 83 ft (25.4 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Lrd Upper Newton R over N Fk Bad Axe River built?
It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025.
What condition is Lrd Upper Newton R over N Fk Bad Axe River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does Lrd Upper Newton R over N Fk Bad Axe River carry?
About 35 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Lrd Upper Newton R over N Fk Bad Axe River?
The structure is 83 ft (25.4 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns Lrd Upper Newton R over N Fk Bad Axe River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.