Ia 188 over Cedar River
GoodBremer County, Iowa · 1.2 Mi. E of Jct. US 218 · Structure no. 000000000015760
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 575 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 930
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 188 over Cedar River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ia 188 over Cedar River in Bremer County, Iowa. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 930 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 930 by 2044. The structure is 575 ft (175.3 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 188 over Cedar River built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 188 over Cedar River 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 2024.
How much traffic does Ia 188 over Cedar River carry?
About 930 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is Ia 188 over Cedar River?
The structure is 575 ft (175.3 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Ia 188 over Cedar River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.