WB US 30 over Brophys Creek
FairClinton County, Iowa · 8.5 Mi. E of E Jct. US 61 · Structure no. 000000000020821
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 142 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
WB US 30 over Brophys Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying WB US 30 over Brophys Creek in Clinton County, Iowa. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 5,000 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,000 by 2042. The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was WB US 30 over Brophys Creek built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is WB US 30 over Brophys 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 WB US 30 over Brophys Creek carry?
About 5,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is WB US 30 over Brophys Creek?
The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns WB US 30 over Brophys Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.