US Bridges

Sth 116 over Wolf River

Good

Winnebago County, Wisconsin · 3.0M W JCT Ush 45 & Cth G · Structure no. B70031600000000

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
747 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
8,100
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sth 116 over Wolf River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Sth 116 over Wolf River in Winnebago County, Wisconsin. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 8,100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 11,300 by 2043. The structure is 747 ft (227.8 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

CarriesSth 116
CrossesWolf River
Location3.0M W JCT Ush 45 & Cth G
RouteState Highway 116
Coordinates44.1108, -88.71142
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.6 US tons
Inventory rating37.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans7
Design loadHL 93
Structure length747 ft (227.8 m)
Longest span115 ft (35.1 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.5 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,100 (2023)
Projected traffic11,300 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.9 mi (40 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—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Sth 116 over Wolf River built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sth 116 over Wolf 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Sth 116 over Wolf River carry?

About 8,100 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Sth 116 over Wolf River?

The structure is 747 ft (227.8 m) long with a longest span of 115 ft (35.1 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns Sth 116 over Wolf River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.