Ia 4 over E Br Lake Creek
GoodCalhoun County, Iowa · 3.5 Mi. N of N JCT Ia 175 · Structure no. 000000000016931
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 123 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,120
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 4 over E Br Lake Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Ia 4 over E Br Lake Creek in Calhoun County, Iowa. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 1,120 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,120 by 2044. The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 4 over E Br Lake Creek built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 4 over E Br Lake 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Ia 4 over E Br Lake Creek carry?
About 1,120 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is Ia 4 over E Br Lake Creek?
The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns Ia 4 over E Br Lake Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.