215th ST over Wapsipinicon River
PoorPosted for loadBremer County, Iowa · 092113203 · Structure no. 000000000079400
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 137 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 29
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
215th ST over Wapsipinicon River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 215th ST over Wapsipinicon River in Bremer County, Iowa. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, older than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 29 vehicles a day, projected to reach 29 by 2044. The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long and 20 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 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 215th ST over Wapsipinicon River built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is 215th ST over Wapsipinicon River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does 215th ST over Wapsipinicon River carry?
About 29 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is 215th ST over Wapsipinicon River?
The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.9 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.
Who owns 215th ST over Wapsipinicon River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.