US 69 over Seven Mile Creek
FairDecatur County, Iowa · 1.0 Mi. S of Jct. I-35 · Structure no. 000000000022641
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old, rebuilt 1976
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,710
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 69 over Seven Mile Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 69 over Seven Mile Creek in Decatur County, Iowa. It was built in 1972 and reconstructed in 1976, so it is 53 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 2,710 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,710 by 2043. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 US 69 over Seven Mile Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1976.
What condition is US 69 over Seven Mile 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US 69 over Seven Mile Creek carry?
About 2,710 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 69 over Seven Mile Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 69 over Seven Mile Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.