US 18 WB over Little Lime Creek
FairCerro Gordo County, Iowa · 1.6 Mi. E of S.R. S56 · Structure no. 000000000606465
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 112 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 18 WB over Little Lime Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 18 WB over Little Lime Creek in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 5,500 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,500 by 2044. The structure is 112 ft (34.1 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 18 WB over Little Lime Creek built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 18 WB over Little Lime 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 18 WB over Little Lime Creek carry?
About 5,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is US 18 WB over Little Lime Creek?
The structure is 112 ft (34.1 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 18 WB over Little Lime Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.