IH 43 SB over Pigeon River
FairSheboygan County, Wisconsin · 1.3M S JCT Sth 42 · Structure no. B59001800000000
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 145 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,750
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 43 SB over Pigeon River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 43 SB over Pigeon River in Sheboygan County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 5 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 16,750 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,650 by 2042. The structure is 145 ft (44.3 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 43 SB over Pigeon River built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 43 SB over Pigeon River 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 43 SB over Pigeon River carry?
About 16,750 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is IH 43 SB over Pigeon River?
The structure is 145 ft (44.3 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.8 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns IH 43 SB over Pigeon River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.