I 35 SB over South West Creek
FairClarke County, Iowa · 0.7 Mi. N of Ia 152 · Structure no. 000000000020231
- Built
- 2013
- 12 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 205 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,550
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 35 SB over South West Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 35 SB over South West Creek in Clarke County, Iowa. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 9,550 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,550 by 2043. The structure is 205 ft (62.4 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 35 SB over South West Creek built?
It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 35 SB over South West 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does I 35 SB over South West Creek carry?
About 9,550 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.
How long is I 35 SB over South West Creek?
The structure is 205 ft (62.4 m) long with a longest span of 81 ft (24.8 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns I 35 SB over South West Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.