Ia 141 over North Raccoon River
FairDallas County, Iowa · 1.5 Mi. W of Ia 144 · Structure no. 000000000022111
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 425 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,640
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 141 over North Raccoon River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ia 141 over North Raccoon River in Dallas County, Iowa. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 3,640 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,640 by 2043. The structure is 425 ft (129.5 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 141 over North Raccoon River built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 141 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 Ia 141 over North Raccoon River carry?
About 3,640 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is Ia 141 over North Raccoon River?
The structure is 425 ft (129.5 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns Ia 141 over North Raccoon River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.