W Ave over Little Walnut Creek
FairDallas County, Iowa · 079262300 · Structure no. 000000000131601
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,612
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
W Ave over Little Walnut Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying W Ave over Little Walnut Creek in Dallas County, Iowa. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 3,612 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,612 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was W Ave over Little Walnut Creek built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is W Ave over Little Walnut 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 2023.
How much traffic does W Ave over Little Walnut Creek carry?
About 3,612 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is W Ave over Little Walnut Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns W Ave over Little Walnut Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.