US Bridges

Sth 83 over Bark River

Good

Waukesha County, Wisconsin · 2.6M N JCT IH 94 · Structure no. B67022000000000

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
61 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
13,400
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sth 83 over Bark River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Sth 83 over Bark River in Waukesha County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger than the Wisconsin average of 40.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 13,400 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,080 by 2042. The structure is 61 ft (18.5 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesSth 83
CrossesBark River
Location2.6M N JCT IH 94
RouteState Highway 83
Coordinates43.08647, -88.36302
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64.8 US tons
Inventory rating37.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length61 ft (18.5 m)
Longest span59 ft (18 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.2 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,400 (2022)
Projected traffic16,080 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Sth 83 over Bark River built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sth 83 over Bark River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2022.

How much traffic does Sth 83 over Bark River carry?

About 13,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Sth 83 over Bark River?

The structure is 61 ft (18.5 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns Sth 83 over Bark River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.