US 69 over Grand River
FairDecatur County, Iowa · 0.6 Mi. N of SR J-66 · Structure no. 000000000022621
- Built
- 2011
- 14 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 372 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 820
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 69 over Grand River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 69 over Grand River in Decatur County, Iowa. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 years old, younger 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 820 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 820 by 2043. The structure is 372 ft (113.4 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Grand River built?
It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 69 over Grand 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US 69 over Grand River carry?
About 820 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 69 over Grand River?
The structure is 372 ft (113.4 m) long with a longest span of 152 ft (46.3 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.
Who owns US 69 over Grand River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.