Ia 2 over Grand River
FairDecatur County, Iowa · 3.0 Mi. W 0F Jct. I-35 · Structure no. 000000000022691
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 291 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,350
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 2 over Grand River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ia 2 over Grand River in Decatur County, Iowa. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 1,350 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,350 by 2044. The structure is 291 ft (88.7 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Ia 2 over Grand River built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 2 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Ia 2 over Grand River carry?
About 1,350 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is Ia 2 over Grand River?
The structure is 291 ft (88.7 m) long with a longest span of 97 ft (29.6 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns Ia 2 over Grand River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.