US 71 over Bluegrass Creek
GoodAudubon County, Iowa · 1.4 Mi. S of Jct. SR F32 · Structure no. 000000000014141
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 209 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,080
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 71 over Bluegrass Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 71 over Bluegrass Creek in Audubon County, Iowa. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 3,080 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,080 by 2044. The structure is 209 ft (63.7 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 71 over Bluegrass Creek built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 71 over Bluegrass 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US 71 over Bluegrass Creek carry?
About 3,080 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 71 over Bluegrass Creek?
The structure is 209 ft (63.7 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.
Who owns US 71 over Bluegrass Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.