Hess RD over Sink Creek
GoodBlack Hawk County, Iowa · City Culvert No. 39C · Structure no. 000000000503361
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,016
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Hess RD over Sink Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Hess RD over Sink Creek in Black Hawk County, Iowa. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 4,016 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,016 by 2043. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Hess RD over Sink Creek built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is Hess RD over Sink 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 2023.
How much traffic does Hess RD over Sink Creek carry?
About 4,016 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Hess RD over Sink Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Hess RD over Sink Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.