Ia 44 over Indian Creek
GoodAudubon County, Iowa · 0.4 Mi. E of Jct. Ia 173 · Structure no. 000000000014161
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 196 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 880
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 44 over Indian Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ia 44 over Indian Creek in Audubon County, Iowa. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 880 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 880 by 2044. The structure is 196 ft (59.7 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 44 over Indian Creek built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 44 over Indian 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 Ia 44 over Indian Creek carry?
About 880 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is Ia 44 over Indian Creek?
The structure is 196 ft (59.7 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.3 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns Ia 44 over Indian Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.