US 69 over I-35
FairDecatur County, Iowa · At Jct. I-35 · Structure no. 000000000022600
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 386 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,080
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 69 over I-35 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 69 over I-35 in Decatur County, Iowa. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 2,080 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,080 by 2044. The structure is 386 ft (117.7 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 69 over I-35 built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 69 over I-35 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 69 over I-35 carry?
About 2,080 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 69 over I-35?
The structure is 386 ft (117.7 m) long with a longest span of 117 ft (35.7 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns US 69 over I-35?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.