Ia 122 WB over Willow Creek
FairCerro Gordo County, Iowa · 4.4 Mi. E of Jct. I-35 · Structure no. 000000000018785
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 52 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,850
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 122 WB over Willow Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Ia 122 WB over Willow Creek in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 6,850 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,850 by 2044. The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 122 WB over Willow Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 122 WB over Willow 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Ia 122 WB over Willow Creek carry?
About 6,850 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Ia 122 WB over Willow Creek?
The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns Ia 122 WB over Willow Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.