Ia 26 over Hayes Lake
GoodAllamakee County, Iowa · 0.2 Mi. S of Jct. SR A26 · Structure no. 000000000013551
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 297 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,540
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 26 over Hayes Lake is a concrete continuous slab carrying Ia 26 over Hayes Lake in Allamakee County, Iowa. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 1,540 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,540 by 2044. The structure is 297 ft (90.5 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 26 over Hayes Lake built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 26 over Hayes Lake in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does Ia 26 over Hayes Lake carry?
About 1,540 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Ia 26 over Hayes Lake?
The structure is 297 ft (90.5 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns Ia 26 over Hayes Lake?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.