CO RD S-56 over US 18
GoodCerro Gordo County, Iowa · At Jct. S.R. S56 · Structure no. 000000000606575
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 234 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,895
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
CO RD S-56 over US 18 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CO RD S-56 over US 18 in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 1,895 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,895 by 2044. The structure is 234 ft (71.3 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 CO RD S-56 over US 18 built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is CO RD S-56 over US 18 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does CO RD S-56 over US 18 carry?
About 1,895 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is CO RD S-56 over US 18?
The structure is 234 ft (71.3 m) long with a longest span of 117 ft (35.7 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns CO RD S-56 over US 18?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.