Cth F over Lowes Creek
PoorEau Claire County, Wisconsin · 0.4MI S Cth S · Structure no. B18000800000000
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 91 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,485
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Cth F over Lowes Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Cth F over Lowes Creek in Eau Claire County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 years old, older 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 3,485 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,833 by 2043. The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Cth F over Lowes Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is Cth F over Lowes 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Cth F over Lowes Creek carry?
About 3,485 vehicles per day (2024 count).
How long is Cth F over Lowes Creek?
The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Cth F over Lowes Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.