Sth 70 over Catfish Lake
GoodVilas County, Wisconsin · 2.4M E JCT Ush 45 to S · Structure no. B63000800000000
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 288 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sth 70 over Catfish Lake is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Sth 70 over Catfish Lake in Vilas County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 years old, older than the Wisconsin average of 40.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 4,300 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,080 by 2043. The structure is 288 ft (87.7 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 72.7 mi (117 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sth 70 over Catfish Lake built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sth 70 over Catfish Lake in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.
How much traffic does Sth 70 over Catfish Lake carry?
About 4,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Sth 70 over Catfish Lake?
The structure is 288 ft (87.7 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29.1 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns Sth 70 over Catfish Lake?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.