Ia 83 over Compton Creek
FairCass County, Iowa · 0.1 Mi. W of Jct. SR M56 · Structure no. 000000000017770
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 1991
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 20 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 760
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 83 over Compton Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ia 83 over Compton Creek in Cass County, Iowa. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 89 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 760 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 760 by 2044. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 83 over Compton Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.
What condition is Ia 83 over Compton 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 Ia 83 over Compton Creek carry?
About 760 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is Ia 83 over Compton Creek?
The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Ia 83 over Compton Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.