Sth 16 over Bark River
FairWaukesha County, Wisconsin · 1.4M E JCT Sth 83 · Structure no. B67017100000000
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old, rebuilt 1973
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sth 16 over Bark River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Sth 16 over Bark River in Waukesha County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1973, so it is 74 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 30,500 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,600 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sth 16 over Bark River built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1973.
What condition is Sth 16 over Bark 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Sth 16 over Bark River carry?
About 30,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Sth 16 over Bark River?
The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Sth 16 over Bark River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.