Sth 73-N Limit RD over Cat Creek
FairWood County, Wisconsin · 2.2M N JCT Cth E · Structure no. B71000200000000
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,700
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sth 73-N Limit RD over Cat Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Sth 73-N Limit RD over Cat Creek in Wood County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1992, 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 5 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 2,700 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,080 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sth 73-N Limit RD over Cat Creek built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is Sth 73-N Limit RD over Cat Creek 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Sth 73-N Limit RD over Cat Creek carry?
About 2,700 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Sth 73-N Limit RD over Cat Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Sth 73-N Limit RD over Cat Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.