FHWA NBI 2024 Inspection record Public-domain dataset

LRD TRACY VALLEY R

Carrying LRD TRACY VALLEY R over BUFFALO RIVER

0.2M S JCT USH 10, Trempealeau, Wisconsin

Data updated May 2026

FHWA NBI record, refreshed with each annual release.

Fair
31 t Inventory load rating

Bridge Snapshot: LRD TRACY VALLEY R

The LRD TRACY VALLEY R bridge in Trempealeau, Wisconsin carries LRD TRACY VALLEY R over BUFFALO RIVER. It was built in 1982, making it 44 years old today. The structure is built primarily of concrete continuous and spans 2 sections, stretching 21.9 meters (72 feet) end to end. Daily traffic averages 176 vehicles, placing it in the lower-traffic tier of Wisconsin bridges. It is owned and maintained by Town/Township Highway Agency.

The latest FHWA inspection records show a deck rating of 5/9, superstructure at 5/9, substructure at 7/9. The weakest component sits in fair condition. All reported major components score above the Poor range. Its NBI inventory load rating is 30.8 metric tons.

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

How LRD TRACY VALLEY R compares

▼ 2.5
Load rating vs Wisconsin average (33.3 t)
Bottom 29%
Lower load rating than 71% of Wisconsin bridges
260
Bridges in Trempealeau · 30 in Poor condition
LRD TRACY VALLEY R 30.8 t
Wisconsin average 33.3 t

Live comparison across Wisconsin.

Historical Sufficiency Rating

PlainBridge-computed
83.5 / 100 - historical 80–100 band
Structural adequacy /55
44.3
Serviceability /30
26.3
Essentiality /15
14.9
Special reductions
−2.0

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 How the historical reference is calculated.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
5/9
Fair (5–6)
Superstructure
5/9
Fair (5–6)
Substructure
7/9
Good (7–9)
Inventory Load Rating
30.8 t
NBI inventory level (metric tons)
Overall Condition
Fair

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

Structural Details

Year Built
1982
Material
Concrete Continuous
Number of Spans
2
Structure Length
21.9 m (72 ft)
Deck Width
8.5 m (28 ft)
Owner
Town/Township Highway Agency
Avg Daily Traffic
176 vehicles/day
Structure Number
B61007300000000

Condition Analysis

  • At 5/9, the deck (driving surface) shows fair condition, with minor wear flagged for upkeep.
  • At 5/9, the superstructure (beams and supports above the deck) shows fair condition, with minor wear flagged for upkeep.
  • The substructure (piers and abutments) is in good condition (7/9), showing no significant deterioration.

How to read this record

This page shows what the last federal inspection recorded, not whether LRD TRACY VALLEY R 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 LRD TRACY VALLEY R against other structures in Trempealeau 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 TRACY VALLEY R?

LRD TRACY VALLEY R in Trempealeau, Wisconsin has a deck rating of 5/9, superstructure rating of 5/9, and substructure rating of 7/9 on the FHWA's 0–9 scale.

How often is LRD TRACY VALLEY R inspected?

LRD TRACY VALLEY R'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 176 vehicles per day.

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

FHWA retired that reported status beginning with the 2018 archive. LRD TRACY VALLEY R is currently shown as Fair condition from its component ratings; that category is not a live closure or safety decision.

What is the inventory load rating for LRD TRACY VALLEY R?

LRD TRACY VALLEY R has an NBI inventory load rating of 30.8 metric tons.

Who is responsible for maintaining LRD TRACY VALLEY R?

LRD TRACY VALLEY R is owned and maintained by Town/Township Highway Agency.

How old is LRD TRACY VALLEY R and does age affect safety?

LRD TRACY VALLEY R was built in 1982, making it 44 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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