Ia 83 over Buck Creek
FairCass County, Iowa · 1.0 Mi. E of Ia 173 · Structure no. 000000000017781
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 184 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,810
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 83 over Buck Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ia 83 over Buck Creek in Cass 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 5 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 2,810 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,810 by 2044. The structure is 184 ft (56.1 m) long and 39 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 83 over Buck Creek built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 83 over Buck 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 Buck Creek carry?
About 2,810 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Ia 83 over Buck Creek?
The structure is 184 ft (56.1 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns Ia 83 over Buck Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.