Ia 2 over Branch Fox Creek
GoodAppanoose County, Iowa · 1.3 Mi. W of JCT Ia 202 · Structure no. 000000000013841
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,450
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 2 over Branch Fox Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ia 2 over Branch Fox Creek in Appanoose County, Iowa. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 2,450 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,450 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.9 mi (61 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 2 over Branch Fox Creek built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 2 over Branch Fox Creek 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Ia 2 over Branch Fox Creek carry?
About 2,450 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Ia 2 over Branch Fox Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Ia 2 over Branch Fox Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.