US 59 over Silver Creek
FairCherokee County, Iowa · 0.7 Mi. S of Ia 31 · Structure no. 000000000019300
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,090
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over Silver Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 59 over Silver Creek in Cherokee County, Iowa. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 2,090 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,090 by 2043. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 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 US 59 over Silver Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 59 over Silver 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does US 59 over Silver Creek carry?
About 2,090 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over Silver Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US 59 over Silver Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.