FHWA NBI 2024 Inspection record Public-domain dataset

IH RAMP STH 59 EB-

Carrying IH RAMP STH 59 EB- over LAND

0.18 MI E JCT 9TH & MINER, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Data updated May 2026

FHWA NBI record, refreshed with each annual release.

Good
29 t Inventory load rating

Bridge Snapshot: IH RAMP STH 59 EB-

The IH RAMP STH 59 EB- bridge in Milwaukee, Wisconsin carries IH RAMP STH 59 EB- over LAND. It was built in 1969, making it 57 years old today. It was last reconstructed in 1988, extending its service life. The structure is built primarily of steel and spans 1 section, stretching 15.2 meters (50 feet) end to end. Daily traffic averages 2,600 vehicles, placing it in the moderately-trafficked tier of Wisconsin bridges. It is owned and maintained by State Highway Agency.

The latest FHWA inspection records show a deck rating of 7/9, superstructure at 7/9, substructure at 7/9. The weakest component sits in good condition. No reported major component scores in the Poor range under the current federal condition thresholds. Its NBI inventory load rating is 29.2 metric tons.

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

How IH RAMP STH 59 EB- compares

▼ 4.1
Load rating vs Wisconsin average (33.3 t)
Bottom 25%
Lower load rating than 75% of Wisconsin bridges
1,005
Bridges in Milwaukee · 32 in Poor condition
IH RAMP STH 59 EB- 29.2 t
Wisconsin average 33.3 t

Live comparison across Wisconsin.

Historical Sufficiency Rating

PlainBridge-computed
97.0 / 100 - historical 80–100 band
Structural adequacy /55
53.1
Serviceability /30
29.0
Essentiality /15
14.9
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 How the historical reference is calculated.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
7/9
Good (7–9)
Substructure
7/9
Good (7–9)
Inventory Load Rating
29.2 t
NBI inventory level (metric tons)
Overall Condition
Good

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

Structural Details

Year Built
1969
Last Reconstructed
1988
Material
Steel
Number of Spans
1
Structure Length
15.2 m (50 ft)
Deck Width
7.1 m (23 ft)
Owner
State Highway Agency
Avg Daily Traffic
2,600 vehicles/day
Structure Number
B40028600260000

Condition Analysis

  • The deck (driving surface) is in good condition (7/9), showing no significant deterioration.
  • The superstructure (beams and supports above the deck) rates good at 7/9, with no significant deterioration on file.
  • At 7/9, the substructure (piers and abutments) is in good shape and shows no significant wear.

How to read this record

This page shows what the last federal inspection recorded, not whether IH RAMP STH 59 EB- is safe to cross today. Here is how to use it.

  • NBI condition ratings reflect the latest record in this annual dataset, not a live status. Current routine inspection intervals are risk-based.
  • Learn how the 0–9 condition scale and Good/Fair/Poor categories are defined. How condition ratings work
  • Compare IH RAMP STH 59 EB- against other structures in Milwaukee 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 IH RAMP STH 59 EB-?

IH RAMP STH 59 EB- in Milwaukee, Wisconsin has a deck rating of 7/9, superstructure rating of 7/9, and substructure rating of 7/9 on the FHWA's 0–9 scale.

How often is IH RAMP STH 59 EB- inspected?

IH RAMP STH 59 EB-'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 2,600 vehicles per day.

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

FHWA retired that reported status beginning with the 2018 archive. IH RAMP STH 59 EB- is currently shown as Good condition from its component ratings; that category is not a live closure or safety decision.

What is the inventory load rating for IH RAMP STH 59 EB-?

IH RAMP STH 59 EB- has an NBI inventory load rating of 29.2 metric tons.

Who is responsible for maintaining IH RAMP STH 59 EB-?

IH RAMP STH 59 EB- is owned and maintained by State Highway Agency.

How old is IH RAMP STH 59 EB- and does age affect safety?

IH RAMP STH 59 EB- was built in 1969, making it 57 years old and last reconstructed in 1988.

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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