Lrd IRR (river Rd) over Bear River
PoorPosted for loadVilas County, Wisconsin · 5.1M N JCT Sth 70 · Structure no. P63090400000000
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 36 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 73
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Lrd IRR (river Rd) over Bear River is a wood or timber slab carrying Lrd IRR (river Rd) over Bear River in Vilas County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 73 vehicles a day, projected to reach 78 by 2043. The structure is 36 ft (11.1 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| 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 IRR (river Rd) over Bear River built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is Lrd IRR (river Rd) over Bear 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Lrd IRR (river Rd) over Bear River carry?
About 73 vehicles per day (2024 count).
How long is Lrd IRR (river Rd) over Bear River?
The structure is 36 ft (11.1 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.3 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Lrd IRR (river Rd) over Bear River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.