250th Street over I 35
FairDecatur County, Iowa · 4.0 Mi. S of Jct. Iowa 2 · Structure no. 000000000022940
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 309 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 26
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
250th Street over I 35 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 250th Street over I 35 in Decatur County, Iowa. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 26 vehicles a day, projected to reach 26 by 2044. The structure is 309 ft (94.2 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 250th Street over I 35 built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is 250th Street 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 250th Street over I 35 carry?
About 26 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is 250th Street over I 35?
The structure is 309 ft (94.2 m) long with a longest span of 96 ft (29.3 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns 250th Street over I 35?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.