Independence RD over Indian River
GoodCass County, Iowa · 076371701 · Structure no. 000000000099931
- Built
- 2000
- 25 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 183 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Independence RD over Indian River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Independence RD over Indian River in Cass County, Iowa. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 35 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 35 by 2044. The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Independence RD over Indian River built?
It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.
What condition is Independence RD over Indian River 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Independence RD over Indian River carry?
About 35 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is Independence RD over Indian River?
The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Independence RD over Indian River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.