FHWA NBI 2024 Inspection record Public-domain dataset

LRD PARK RD (DNR)

Carrying LRD PARK RD (DNR) over FISCHER RIVER

1.5M N JCT STH 64, Chippewa, Wisconsin

Data updated May 2026

FHWA NBI record, refreshed with each annual release.

Poor
16 t Inventory load rating

Bridge Snapshot: LRD PARK RD (DNR)

The LRD PARK RD (DNR) bridge in Chippewa, Wisconsin carries LRD PARK RD (DNR) over FISCHER RIVER. It was built in 1962, making it 64 years old today. The structure is built primarily of steel and spans 3 sections, stretching 62.6 meters (205 feet) end to end. Daily traffic averages 710 vehicles, placing it in the lower-traffic tier of Wisconsin bridges. It is owned and maintained by Other State Agencies.

The latest FHWA inspection records show a deck rating of 7/9, superstructure at 6/9, substructure at 4/9. The weakest component sits in poor condition. A component scored 4 or below, placing this bridge in the federal Poor condition category rather than declaring it unsafe or closed. Its NBI inventory load rating is 16.2 metric tons.

Sourced from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for refresh cadence and NBI release vintage.

How LRD PARK RD (DNR) compares

▼ 17.1
Load rating vs Wisconsin average (33.3 t)
Bottom 2%
Lower load rating than 98% of Wisconsin bridges
366
Bridges in Chippewa · 31 in Poor condition
LRD PARK RD (DNR) 16.2 t
Wisconsin average 33.3 t

Live comparison across Wisconsin.

Historical Sufficiency Rating

PlainBridge-computed
32.5 / 100 - historical 20–49.9 band
Structural adequacy /55
8.8
Serviceability /30
11.0
Essentiality /15
12.7
Special reductions
0

FHWA discontinued this calculated item; it does not determine current condition, funding eligibility, posting, or closure. How the historical reference is calculated.

Condition Ratings

Deck
7/9
Good (7–9)
Superstructure
6/9
Fair (5–6)
Substructure
4/9
Poor (1–4)
Inventory Load Rating
16.2 t
NBI inventory level (metric tons)
Overall Condition
Poor

Full 0–9 scale + sufficiency-rating breakdown: how condition ratings work.

Structural Details

Year Built
1962
Material
Steel
Number of Spans
3
Structure Length
62.6 m (205 ft)
Deck Width
9.1 m (30 ft)
Owner
Other State Agencies
Avg Daily Traffic
710 vehicles/day
Structure Number
B09001800000000

Condition Analysis

  • The deck (driving surface) rates good at 7/9, with no significant deterioration on file.
  • The superstructure (beams and supports above the deck) is in fair condition (6/9), with minor deterioration that may require routine maintenance.
  • The substructure (piers and abutments) rates poor at 4/9, advanced deterioration that should be prioritized for repair.

How to read this record

LRD PARK RD (DNR) is in the federal Poor condition category. That is a component-based result, not a closure order.

  • NBI condition ratings reflect the latest record in this annual dataset, not a live status. Current routine inspection intervals are risk-based.
  • Understand what Poor condition does and does not mean before drawing conclusions. Poor condition explained
  • Compare LRD PARK RD (DNR) against other structures in Chippewa and across Wisconsin. Wisconsin bridges
  • Noticed visible damage or a safety concern? Report it to the agency that owns the bridge, or call 911 in an emergency. How to report a bridge

Condition codes come straight from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory and are not a real-time safety judgment. Only the owning agency, a state DOT, county, or other owner, can post, restrict, or close a bridge.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do the condition ratings mean for LRD PARK RD (DNR)?

LRD PARK RD (DNR) in Chippewa, Wisconsin has a deck rating of 7/9, superstructure rating of 6/9, and substructure rating of 4/9 on the FHWA's 0–9 scale.

How often is LRD PARK RD (DNR) inspected?

LRD PARK RD (DNR)'s responsible agency sets its routine interval under FHWA's risk-based inspection rules; this page does not expose the scheduled interval. It carries about 710 vehicles per day.

What does “structurally deficient” mean in older bridge reports?

FHWA retired that reported status beginning with the 2018 archive. LRD PARK RD (DNR) is currently shown as Poor condition from its component ratings; that category is not a live closure or safety decision.

What is the inventory load rating for LRD PARK RD (DNR)?

LRD PARK RD (DNR) has an NBI inventory load rating of 16.2 metric tons.

Who is responsible for maintaining LRD PARK RD (DNR)?

LRD PARK RD (DNR) is owned and maintained by Other State Agencies.

How old is LRD PARK RD (DNR) and does age affect safety?

LRD PARK RD (DNR) was built in 1962, making it 64 years old.

Disclaimer: Bridge condition data is from the FHWA NBI and reflects the last reported inspection. A Poor condition rating is not a live declaration that a bridge is closed or unsafe for travel. For current closure, posting, or safety information, contact the responsible transportation agency.

Data sourced from the Federal Highway Administration National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainBridges

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