265th Street over W Branch 102 River
FairAdams County, Iowa · 071332903 · Structure no. 000000000058980
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 128 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
265th Street over W Branch 102 River is a concrete continuous slab carrying 265th Street over W Branch 102 River in Adams County, Iowa. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older than the Iowa average of 45.5 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2043. The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 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 265th Street over W Branch 102 River built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is 265th Street over W Branch 102 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does 265th Street over W Branch 102 River carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is 265th Street over W Branch 102 River?
The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns 265th Street over W Branch 102 River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.