IH 43 over Swan Creek
FairWalworth County, Wisconsin · 4.7 MI N JCT Ush 14 · Structure no. B64013900000000
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 41 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,700
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 43 over Swan Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying IH 43 over Swan Creek in Walworth County, Wisconsin. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 21,700 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,040 by 2042. The structure is 41 ft (12.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 43 over Swan Creek built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 43 over Swan 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does IH 43 over Swan Creek carry?
About 21,700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is IH 43 over Swan Creek?
The structure is 41 ft (12.4 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns IH 43 over Swan Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.