IH 94 EB over Elk Creek
FairEau Claire County, Wisconsin · 4.5M E JCT Ush 12 to E · Structure no. B18001200000000
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old, rebuilt 1993
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 171 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,250
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 94 EB over Elk Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 94 EB over Elk Creek in Eau Claire County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 66 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 15,250 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,300 by 2039. The structure is 171 ft (52.2 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 94 EB over Elk Creek built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.
What condition is IH 94 EB over Elk 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does IH 94 EB over Elk Creek carry?
About 15,250 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is IH 94 EB over Elk Creek?
The structure is 171 ft (52.2 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns IH 94 EB over Elk Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.