Local over Little Wapsipinicon Rvr
FairPosted for loadBuchanan County, Iowa · 089100406 · Structure no. 000000000083050
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 243 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 51
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Local over Little Wapsipinicon Rvr is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Local over Little Wapsipinicon Rvr in Buchanan County, Iowa. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.
It carries about 51 vehicles a day, projected to reach 51 by 2044. The structure is 243 ft (74.1 m) long and 22 ft wide.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Local over Little Wapsipinicon Rvr built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Local over Little Wapsipinicon Rvr in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.
How much traffic does Local over Little Wapsipinicon Rvr carry?
About 51 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Local over Little Wapsipinicon Rvr?
The structure is 243 ft (74.1 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.
Who owns Local over Little Wapsipinicon Rvr?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.