US 18 EB over Cerro Gordo County Trail
FairCerro Gordo County, Iowa · 5.0 Mi. E of Jct. I-35 · Structure no. 000000000606570
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 174 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,450
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 18 EB over Cerro Gordo County Trail is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 18 EB over Cerro Gordo County Trail 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 4,450 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,450 by 2044. 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).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 18 EB over Cerro Gordo County Trail built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 18 EB over Cerro Gordo County Trail 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 US 18 EB over Cerro Gordo County Trail carry?
About 4,450 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is US 18 EB over Cerro Gordo County Trail?
The structure is 174 ft (53 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 18 EB over Cerro Gordo County Trail?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.