Clay Street over I-35
GoodClarke County, Iowa · 1.0 Mi. N of US 34 · Structure no. 000000000608260
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 260 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,911
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Clay Street over I-35 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Clay Street over I-35 in Clarke County, Iowa. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 1,911 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,911 by 2044. The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Clay Street over I-35 built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is Clay Street over I-35 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Clay Street over I-35 carry?
About 1,911 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is Clay Street over I-35?
The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long with a longest span of 135 ft (41.1 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.
Who owns Clay Street over I-35?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.