Russell ST over Middle River
PoorPosted for loadAdair County, Iowa · 077320300 · Structure no. 000000000001030
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 82 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 120
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Russell ST over Middle River is a steel truss - thru carrying Russell ST over Middle River in Adair County, Iowa. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 years old, older than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 120 vehicles a day, projected to reach 120 by 2043. The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Russell ST over Middle River built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is Russell ST over Middle River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.
How much traffic does Russell ST over Middle River carry?
About 120 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Russell ST over Middle River?
The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.
Who owns Russell ST over Middle River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.