US 20 over Dry Creek
FairBuchanan County, Iowa · 0.6 Mi. W of Jct. SR W40 · Structure no. 000000000603840
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,300
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 20 over Dry Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 20 over Dry Creek in Buchanan County, Iowa. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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.
It carries about 8,300 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,300 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 20 over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 20 over Dry Creek 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 20 over Dry Creek carry?
About 8,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is US 20 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 20 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.