Local over Br Bear Ck
FairBenton County, Iowa · 086101107 · Structure no. 000000000073175
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 33
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Local over Br Bear Ck is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Local over Br Bear Ck in Benton County, Iowa. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 33 vehicles a day, projected to reach 33 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Local over Br Bear Ck built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is Local over Br Bear Ck 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Local over Br Bear Ck carry?
About 33 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Local over Br Bear Ck?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Local over Br Bear Ck?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.