Center ST over Cedar River
FairBlack Hawk County, Iowa · 000000000 · Structure no. 000000000014921
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 619 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,414
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Center ST over Cedar River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Center ST over Cedar River in Black Hawk County, Iowa. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger 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 5,414 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,414 by 2044. The structure is 619 ft (188.7 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Center ST over Cedar River built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is Center ST over Cedar River 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Center ST over Cedar River carry?
About 5,414 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is Center ST over Cedar River?
The structure is 619 ft (188.7 m) long with a longest span of 97 ft (29.6 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.
Who owns Center ST over Cedar River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.