240th over Chesalea Creek
FairCerro Gordo County, Iowa · 096202901 · Structure no. 000000000106281
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,571
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
240th over Chesalea Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 240th over Chesalea Creek in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger 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 1,571 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,571 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 240th over Chesalea Creek built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is 240th over Chesalea 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does 240th over Chesalea Creek carry?
About 1,571 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is 240th over Chesalea Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns 240th over Chesalea Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.