Ush 51 over Manitowish River

Poor Condition70 years old3,800 vehicles/day

Location

StateWisconsin
CountyVilas
Location1.2m N Jct Cth W
CarriesUsh 51
CrossesManitowish River
Coordinates46.13701, -89.91143

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure4 (Poor)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length185.7 ft (56.6 m)
Max Span69.9 ft (21.3 m)
Deck Width34.1 ft (10.4 m)
Deck Area588.6 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1956 (reconstructed 1992)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,800 (2023)
Truck Traffic10%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection624
Inspection FrequencyEvery 12 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure NumberB63000300000000

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