Lark over Willow Creek
FairCerro Gordo County, Iowa · 096211208 · Structure no. 000000000106340
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,061
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Lark over Willow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Lark 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 1,061 vehicles a day, roughly 42% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,061 by 2044. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 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 Lark over Willow Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Lark 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does Lark over Willow Creek carry?
About 1,061 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 42% are trucks.
How long is Lark over Willow Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Lark over Willow Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.