Ia 9 over Clear Creek
FairAllamakee County, Iowa · 4.1 Mi. W of Jct. Ia 26 · Structure no. 000000000013501
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 9 over Clear Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ia 9 over Clear Creek in Allamakee County, Iowa. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,500 by 2044. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 9 over Clear Creek built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 9 over Clear 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 2024.
How much traffic does Ia 9 over Clear Creek carry?
About 1,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is Ia 9 over Clear Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Ia 9 over Clear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.