US Bridges

Sth 175-APPLETON a over Br Menomonee River

Fair

Waukesha County, Wisconsin · 2.3 MI N JCT Ush 45 · Structure no. B67013600000000

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
43 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,500
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sth 175-APPLETON a over Br Menomonee River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Sth 175-APPLETON a over Br Menomonee River in Waukesha County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 6 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 10,500 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,600 by 2042. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesSth 175-APPLETON a
CrossesBr Menomonee River
Location2.3 MI N JCT Ush 45
RouteState Highway 175
Coordinates43.15378, -88.08186
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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating86.4 US tons
Inventory rating51.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,500 (2022)
Projected traffic12,600 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Sth 175-APPLETON a over Br Menomonee River built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sth 175-APPLETON a over Br Menomonee River 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Sth 175-APPLETON a over Br Menomonee River carry?

About 10,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Sth 175-APPLETON a over Br Menomonee River?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns Sth 175-APPLETON a over Br Menomonee River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.