140th ST over Little River
GoodDecatur County, Iowa · 070253001 · Structure no. 000000000138711
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 51 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 41
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
140th ST over Little River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 140th ST over Little River in Decatur County, Iowa. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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.
It carries about 41 vehicles a day, projected to reach 41 by 2043. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long and 24 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 140th ST over Little River built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is 140th ST over Little 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 140th ST over Little River carry?
About 41 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is 140th ST over Little River?
The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns 140th ST over Little River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.