US 169 over Middle Beaver Creek
GoodBoone County, Iowa · 1.5 MI N of W JCT US 30 · Structure no. 000000000015290
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old, rebuilt 1984
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,890
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 169 over Middle Beaver Creek is a concrete slab carrying US 169 over Middle Beaver Creek in Boone County, Iowa. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 93 years old, older 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 1,890 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,890 by 2044. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
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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 | 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 US 169 over Middle Beaver Creek built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.
What condition is US 169 over Middle Beaver 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 169 over Middle Beaver Creek carry?
About 1,890 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 169 over Middle Beaver Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 169 over Middle Beaver Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.