Local over Mercer Creek
GoodDallas County, Iowa · 078281203 · Structure no. 000000000131271
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 31 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 62
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Local over Mercer Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Local over Mercer Creek in Dallas County, Iowa. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, older 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 62 vehicles a day, projected to reach 62 by 2043. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Local over Mercer Creek built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is Local over Mercer Creek 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 November 2021.
How much traffic does Local over Mercer Creek carry?
About 62 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Local over Mercer Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns Local over Mercer Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.