Local over Weldon River
GoodPosted for loadDecatur County, Iowa · 068240403 · Structure no. 000000000136751
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 152 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Local over Weldon River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Local over Weldon River in Decatur County, Iowa. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 years old, younger than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.
It carries about 5 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5 by 2043. The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 Local over Weldon River built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is Local over Weldon River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in December 2023.
How much traffic does Local over Weldon River carry?
About 5 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Local over Weldon River?
The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns Local over Weldon River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.