US 169 over North Raccoon River
FairDallas County, Iowa · 1.4 Mi. N of Jct. US 6 · Structure no. 000000000021900
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 506 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,760
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 169 over North Raccoon River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 169 over North Raccoon River in Dallas County, Iowa. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 5 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 4,760 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,760 by 2043. The structure is 506 ft (154.2 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 169 over North Raccoon River built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 169 over North Raccoon River 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 2023.
How much traffic does US 169 over North Raccoon River carry?
About 4,760 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 169 over North Raccoon River?
The structure is 506 ft (154.2 m) long with a longest span of 150 ft (45.7 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns US 169 over North Raccoon River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.