IH 90 WB over Cth M
PoorLa Crosse County, Wisconsin · 1.4M W JCT Cth C to N · Structure no. B32002800000000
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 134 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,200
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 90 WB over Cth M is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 90 WB over Cth M in La Crosse County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 13,200 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,944 by 2042. The structure is 134 ft (40.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 90 WB over Cth M built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 90 WB over Cth M 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does IH 90 WB over Cth M carry?
About 13,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is IH 90 WB over Cth M?
The structure is 134 ft (40.8 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns IH 90 WB over Cth M?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.