IH-43 over Bower Creek
FairBrown County, Wisconsin · 2.9M N JCT Ush 141 to N · Structure no. B05019200000000
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 48,600
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH-43 over Bower Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH-43 over Bower Creek in Brown County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, older than the Wisconsin average of 40.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 48,600 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 46,660 by 2043. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH-43 over Bower Creek built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH-43 over Bower Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does IH-43 over Bower Creek carry?
About 48,600 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is IH-43 over Bower Creek?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns IH-43 over Bower Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.