SB Ia 27 over Waterloo RD
GoodBlack Hawk County, Iowa · 1.3 Mi. S of Jct. US 218 · Structure no. 000000000601530
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 215 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,700
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SB Ia 27 over Waterloo RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SB Ia 27 over Waterloo RD in Black Hawk County, Iowa. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 7,700 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,700 by 2043. The structure is 215 ft (65.5 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SB Ia 27 over Waterloo RD built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is SB Ia 27 over Waterloo RD 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 SB Ia 27 over Waterloo RD carry?
About 7,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SB Ia 27 over Waterloo RD?
The structure is 215 ft (65.5 m) long with a longest span of 106 ft (32.3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns SB Ia 27 over Waterloo RD?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.