Sth 40 over Potato Creek
GoodRusk County, Wisconsin · 1.3M N JCT Cth D · Structure no. B54002900000000
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 810
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sth 40 over Potato Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Sth 40 over Potato Creek in Rusk County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, older than the Wisconsin average of 40.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 810 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 972 by 2041. The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sth 40 over Potato Creek built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sth 40 over Potato Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does Sth 40 over Potato Creek carry?
About 810 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Sth 40 over Potato Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Sth 40 over Potato Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.