US 69 over Dickersons Branch
FairDecatur County, Iowa · 1.1 Mi. S of SR J-66 · Structure no. 000000000022610
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old, rebuilt 1972
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 53 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,130
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 69 over Dickersons Branch is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 69 over Dickersons Branch in Decatur County, Iowa. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 97 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 1,130 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,130 by 2043. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 69 over Dickersons Branch built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.
What condition is US 69 over Dickersons Branch 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US 69 over Dickersons Branch carry?
About 1,130 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 69 over Dickersons Branch?
The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns US 69 over Dickersons Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.