Ia 48 over Baughmans Creek
FairCass County, Iowa · 0.2 Mi. S of Jct. Ia 92 · Structure no. 000000000017691
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 103 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,570
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 48 over Baughmans Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Ia 48 over Baughmans Creek in Cass County, Iowa. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 1,570 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,570 by 2044. The structure is 103 ft (31.4 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 48 over Baughmans Creek built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 48 over Baughmans 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Ia 48 over Baughmans Creek carry?
About 1,570 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is Ia 48 over Baughmans Creek?
The structure is 103 ft (31.4 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns Ia 48 over Baughmans Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.