US Bridges

Lrd IRR (indian Ro over Flambeau Lake Outlet

FairPosted for load

Vilas County, Wisconsin · 5.0M N JCT Sth 70 · Structure no. P63003200000000

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
41 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
255
2024 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lrd IRR (indian Ro over Flambeau Lake Outlet is a steel culvert carrying Lrd IRR (indian Ro over Flambeau Lake Outlet in Vilas County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 255 vehicles a day, projected to reach 278 by 2043. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesLrd IRR (indian Ro
CrossesFlambeau Lake Outlet
Location5.0M N JCT Sth 70
RouteCity Street 0
CountyVilas County
StateWisconsin
Coordinates45.97331, -89.94164
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating59.4 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckCorrugated steel
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic255 (2024)
Projected traffic278 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township 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 Lrd IRR (indian Ro over Flambeau Lake Outlet built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lrd IRR (indian Ro over Flambeau Lake Outlet 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 Lrd IRR (indian Ro over Flambeau Lake Outlet carry?

About 255 vehicles per day (2024 count).

How long is Lrd IRR (indian Ro over Flambeau Lake Outlet?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.7 m).

Who owns Lrd IRR (indian Ro over Flambeau Lake Outlet?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.