120th over Cold Water Creek
GoodCerro Gordo County, Iowa · 094192701 · Structure no. 000000000105201
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 47 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 11
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
120th over Cold Water Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying 120th over Cold Water Creek in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 11 vehicles a day, projected to reach 11 by 2044. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long and 26 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 120th over Cold Water Creek built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is 120th over Cold Water Creek 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 120th over Cold Water Creek carry?
About 11 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is 120th over Cold Water Creek?
The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns 120th over Cold Water Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.