US Bridges

Cth K over S Chipmunk Coulee Creek

Fair

Vernon County, Wisconsin · 2.6M E JCT Sth 35 · Structure no. P62095700000000

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
54 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,278
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Cth K over S Chipmunk Coulee Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Cth K over S Chipmunk Coulee Creek in Vernon County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 2,278 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,505 by 2043. The structure is 54 ft (16.6 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesCth K
CrossesS Chipmunk Coulee Creek
Location2.6M E JCT Sth 35
RouteCounty Highway 0K
CountyVernon County
StateWisconsin
Coordinates43.7117, -91.16093
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.6 US tons
Inventory rating23.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length54 ft (16.6 m)
Longest span53 ft (16.3 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.1 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,278 (2022)
Projected traffic2,505 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Cth K over S Chipmunk Coulee Creek built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is Cth K over S Chipmunk Coulee 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Cth K over S Chipmunk Coulee Creek carry?

About 2,278 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Cth K over S Chipmunk Coulee Creek?

The structure is 54 ft (16.6 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Cth K over S Chipmunk Coulee Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.