Washburn County Bridge Report Card
Washburn County scores 92 out of 100 on BridgeLookup's Bridge Condition Exposure Score, based on FHWA National Bridge Inventory records.
Washburn County, Wisconsin
Washburn County has 49 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, with 1 rated poor and 1 rated scour-critical. Its poor-condition share of 2.0% is at or below the 6.7% statewide average. Poor-condition bridges carry about 50 daily vehicle crossings.
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BridgeLookup.com gives Washburn County a Bridge Condition Exposure Score of 92/100 (A). The county has 49 bridges in the National Bridge Inventory, including 1 in poor condition and 1 rated scour-critical. Poor-condition bridges carry about 50 daily vehicle crossings. Poor condition does not mean unsafe; bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.
How the Score Breaks Down
| Factor | Weight | County Value | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poor-condition bridge share | 40 | 2.0% | 4.1 |
| Poor-condition traffic exposure | 25 | 0.0% of measured traffic | 0.0 |
| Scour-critical bridge share | 20 | 2.0% | 4.1 |
| Average age vs national baseline | 10 | 36 years vs 48 nationally | 0.0 |
| Traffic-data completeness | 5 | 105,985 measured daily crossings | 0.0 |
Score = 100 minus weighted penalties. The score is a comparative research signal, not an official safety rating. Read the full methodology.
County Comparisons
| County Poor-Condition Share | 2.0% |
| State Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| National Poor-Condition Share | 6.7% |
| County Scour-Critical Share | 2.0% |
| Average Bridge Age | 36 years |
| Poor-Condition Traffic Exposure | 50 vehicles/day |
Bridges to Watch
Top Bridges to Watch in Washburn County
| Bridge | Reason | Condition | Daily Traffic | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lrd Lakeside Rd. over Totogatic River | Poor condition + traffic exposure | Poor | 50 | 1926 |
| Ush 63 over Yellow River | High traffic | Fair | 9,000 | 1975 |
| Ush 53 SB over Potato Creek | High traffic | Good | 8,500 | 2021 |
| Ush 53 NB over Potato Creek | High traffic | Good | 8,500 | 2022 |
| Sth 70 over Ush 53 | High traffic | Good | 5,680 | 1986 |
| Sth 70 over Yellow River | High traffic | Good | 5,600 | 2023 |
| Ush 63 over Namekagon River | High traffic | Fair | 4,600 | 1966 |
| Ush 63 over Namekagon River | High traffic | Fair | 4,600 | 1967 |
| Ush 63 over Ush 53 | High traffic | Good | 4,600 | 2022 |
| Ush 63 over Bean Brook | High traffic | Fair | 4,300 | 1967 |
Important safety note
Poor condition does not mean a bridge is unsafe. It means at least one major component has significant deterioration and the bridge is a priority for maintenance, repair, or replacement. Bridges judged unsafe are closed or restricted by transportation agencies.