US 18 WB over UPRR
GoodCerro Gordo County, Iowa · 0.7 Mi. E of Jct. U.S. 65 · Structure no. 000000000606550
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 174 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,250
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 18 WB over UPRR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 18 WB over UPRR in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 5,250 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,250 by 2042. The structure is 174 ft (53 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 18 WB over UPRR built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 18 WB over UPRR 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US 18 WB over UPRR carry?
About 5,250 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is US 18 WB over UPRR?
The structure is 174 ft (53 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 18 WB over UPRR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.