Nettle over Chesalea Creek
GoodCerro Gordo County, Iowa · 096202002 · Structure no. 000000000106251
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,394
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nettle over Chesalea Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Nettle over Chesalea Creek in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older 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 1,394 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,394 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nettle over Chesalea Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nettle over Chesalea 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does Nettle over Chesalea Creek carry?
About 1,394 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is Nettle over Chesalea Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Nettle over Chesalea Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.