Sth 16 over Silver Creek
FairDodge County, Wisconsin · 1.9M E JCT Cth Q · Structure no. B14004200000000
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 34 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,300
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sth 16 over Silver Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Sth 16 over Silver Creek in Dodge County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 6,300 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,560 by 2041. The structure is 34 ft (10.5 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 Sth 16 over Silver Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sth 16 over Silver 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Sth 16 over Silver Creek carry?
About 6,300 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Sth 16 over Silver Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Sth 16 over Silver Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.