IH 90 WB over French Slough
FairLa Crosse County, Wisconsin · 2.1M W JCT Ush 53 to N · Structure no. B32004900000000
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 137 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,950
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 90 WB over French Slough is a concrete continuous slab carrying IH 90 WB over French Slough in La Crosse County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 13,950 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,722 by 2042. The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long and 42 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 90 WB over French Slough built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 90 WB over French Slough 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does IH 90 WB over French Slough carry?
About 13,950 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is IH 90 WB over French Slough?
The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns IH 90 WB over French Slough?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.