Cth V over Otter Creek
FairEau Claire County, Wisconsin · 0.1MI E of Ush 53 · Structure no. P18091600000000
- Built
- 1945
- 80 years old, rebuilt 1985
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 265
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Cth V over Otter Creek is a prestressed concrete channel beam carrying Cth V over Otter Creek in Eau Claire County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1945 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 80 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 265 vehicles a day, projected to reach 281 by 2043. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 28 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 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Cth V over Otter Creek built?
It was built in 1945, making it 80 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.
What condition is Cth V over Otter 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Cth V over Otter Creek carry?
About 265 vehicles per day (2024 count).
How long is Cth V over Otter Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.8 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns Cth V over Otter Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.