FHWA NBI 2024 Inspection record Public-domain dataset

LRD TENDROP RD 153

Carrying LRD TENDROP RD 153 over APPLE RIVER

0.6M W JCT CTH H, Polk, Wisconsin

Data updated May 2026

FHWA NBI record, refreshed with each annual release.

Poor
34 t Inventory load rating

Bridge Snapshot: LRD TENDROP RD 153

The LRD TENDROP RD 153 bridge in Polk, Wisconsin carries LRD TENDROP RD 153 over APPLE RIVER. It was built in 1961, making it 65 years old today. The structure is built primarily of wood or timber and spans 2 sections, stretching 14.7 meters (48 feet) end to end. Daily traffic averages 10 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 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 34.0 metric tons.

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

How LRD TENDROP RD 153 compares

▲ 0.7
Load rating vs Wisconsin average (33.3 t)
Bottom 47%
Lower load rating than 53% of Wisconsin bridges
77
Bridges in Polk · 13 in Poor condition
LRD TENDROP RD 153 34.0 t
Wisconsin average 33.3 t

Live comparison across Wisconsin.

Historical Sufficiency Rating

PlainBridge-computed
69.0 / 100 - historical 50–79.9 band
Structural adequacy /55
30.0
Serviceability /30
27.0
Essentiality /15
15.0
Special reductions
−3.0

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 How the historical reference is calculated.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
4/9
Poor (1–4)
Inventory Load Rating
34.0 t
NBI inventory level (metric tons)
Overall Condition
Poor

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

Structural Details

Year Built
1961
Material
Wood or Timber
Number of Spans
2
Structure Length
14.7 m (48 ft)
Deck Width
7.8 m (26 ft)
Owner
Town/Township Highway Agency
Avg Daily Traffic
10 vehicles/day
Structure Number
P48004800000000

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) rates poor at 4/9, advanced deterioration that should be prioritized for repair.

How to read this record

LRD TENDROP RD 153 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 TENDROP RD 153 against other structures in Polk 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 TENDROP RD 153?

LRD TENDROP RD 153 in Polk, Wisconsin has a deck rating of 5/9, superstructure rating of 5/9, and substructure rating of 4/9 on the FHWA's 0–9 scale.

How often is LRD TENDROP RD 153 inspected?

LRD TENDROP RD 153'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 10 vehicles per day.

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

FHWA retired that reported status beginning with the 2018 archive. LRD TENDROP RD 153 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 TENDROP RD 153?

LRD TENDROP RD 153 has an NBI inventory load rating of 34.0 metric tons.

Who is responsible for maintaining LRD TENDROP RD 153?

LRD TENDROP RD 153 is owned and maintained by Town/Township Highway Agency.

How old is LRD TENDROP RD 153 and does age affect safety?

LRD TENDROP RD 153 was built in 1961, making it 65 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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