Local over Branch Otter Creek
GoodClarke County, Iowa · 073242803 · Structure no. 000000000115021
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 45
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Local over Branch Otter Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Local over Branch Otter Creek in Clarke County, Iowa. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 45 vehicles a day, projected to reach 45 by 2043. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Local over Branch Otter Creek built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is Local over Branch Otter Creek 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Local over Branch Otter Creek carry?
About 45 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Local over Branch Otter Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Local over Branch Otter Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.