Cth T over Elk Creek
PoorChippewa County, Wisconsin · 0.2 M N Cth N · Structure no. B09018100000000
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 112 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 420
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Cth T over Elk Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Cth T over Elk Creek in Chippewa County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 years old, younger than the Wisconsin average of 40.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 420 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 442 by 2043. The structure is 112 ft (34.1 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Cth T over Elk Creek built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is Cth T over Elk Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.
How much traffic does Cth T over Elk Creek carry?
About 420 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Cth T over Elk Creek?
The structure is 112 ft (34.1 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Cth T over Elk Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.