IH 43 over Br Little Turtle Creek
FairWalworth County, Wisconsin · 2.0 MI S JCT Sth 14 · Structure no. B64014200000000
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 62 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 43 over Br Little Turtle Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying IH 43 over Br Little Turtle 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 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 18,000 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,600 by 2042. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 43 over Br Little Turtle Creek built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 43 over Br Little Turtle 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does IH 43 over Br Little Turtle Creek carry?
About 18,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is IH 43 over Br Little Turtle Creek?
The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns IH 43 over Br Little Turtle Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.