US Bridges

Ush 45 NB over Cth D

Fair

Washington County, Wisconsin · 2.0 MI N JCT Sth 33 · Structure no. B66006600000000

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
202 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
9,750
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ush 45 NB over Cth D is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ush 45 NB over Cth D in Washington County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger 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 9,750 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,940 by 2043. The structure is 202 ft (61.7 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 km).

Location

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CarriesUsh 45 NB
CrossesCth D
Location2.0 MI N JCT Sth 33
RouteU.S. Route 45
CountyWashington County
StateWisconsin
Coordinates43.4553, -88.20511
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66.6 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length202 ft (61.7 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.3 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,750 (2023)
Projected traffic27,940 by 2043
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5.6 mi (9 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ush 45 NB over Cth D built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ush 45 NB over Cth D 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Ush 45 NB over Cth D carry?

About 9,750 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Ush 45 NB over Cth D?

The structure is 202 ft (61.7 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns Ush 45 NB over Cth D?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.