Ia 56 over Pony Creek
FairClayton County, Iowa · 0.1 Mi. W of Jct. Ia 13 · Structure no. 000000000604890
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 52 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,280
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 56 over Pony Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ia 56 over Pony Creek in Clayton County, Iowa. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 1,280 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,280 by 2043. The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 Ia 56 over Pony Creek built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 56 over Pony 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Ia 56 over Pony Creek carry?
About 1,280 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is Ia 56 over Pony Creek?
The structure is 52 ft (15.9 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).
Who owns Ia 56 over Pony Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.