US Bridges

Lrd Royalton ST over Waupaca River

Good

Waupaca County, Wisconsin · 1.6M N JCT Ush 10 to E · Structure no. B68004900000000

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
60 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,558
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lrd Royalton ST over Waupaca River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Lrd Royalton ST over Waupaca River in Waupaca County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 5,558 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,680 by 2042. The structure is 60 ft (18.2 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 20.5 mi (33 km).

CarriesLrd Royalton ST
CrossesWaupaca River
Location1.6M N JCT Ush 10 to E
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates44.35165, -89.06083
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.4 US tons
Inventory rating39.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length60 ft (18.2 m)
Longest span59 ft (18 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.5 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,558 (2024)
Projected traffic7,680 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed20.5 mi (33 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 Lrd Royalton ST over Waupaca River built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lrd Royalton ST over Waupaca 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Lrd Royalton ST over Waupaca River carry?

About 5,558 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Lrd Royalton ST over Waupaca River?

The structure is 60 ft (18.2 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns Lrd Royalton ST over Waupaca River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.