225th ST over Elk Creek
GoodPosted for loadDecatur County, Iowa · 068270203 · Structure no. 000000000137541
- Built
- 2008
- 17 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 173 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
225th ST over Elk Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 225th ST over Elk Creek in Decatur County, Iowa. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 load restriction.
It carries about 21 vehicles a day, projected to reach 21 by 2043. The structure is 173 ft (52.7 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 225th ST over Elk Creek built?
It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.
What condition is 225th ST over Elk Creek 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does 225th ST over Elk Creek carry?
About 21 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is 225th ST over Elk Creek?
The structure is 173 ft (52.7 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns 225th ST over Elk Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.