Sth 85 over West Creek
FairEau Claire County, Wisconsin · 2.2M E JCT Cth H to N · Structure no. B18008900000000
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 46 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,800
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sth 85 over West Creek is a concrete slab carrying Sth 85 over West Creek in Eau Claire County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 2,800 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,360 by 2041. The structure is 46 ft (13.9 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 54.7 mi (88 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sth 85 over West Creek built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sth 85 over West 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 2023.
How much traffic does Sth 85 over West Creek carry?
About 2,800 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Sth 85 over West Creek?
The structure is 46 ft (13.9 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns Sth 85 over West Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.