US Bridges

W Marion ST over Maquoketa River

Poor

Delaware County, Iowa · 089052905 · Structure no. 000000000007546

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
212 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,294
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

W Marion ST over Maquoketa River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying W Marion ST over Maquoketa River in Delaware County, Iowa. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, younger than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 6,294 vehicles a day, projected to reach 6,294 by 2043. The structure is 212 ft (64.6 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesW Marion ST
CrossesMaquoketa River
Location089052905
RouteCity Street 0
StateIowa
Coordinates42.48229, -91.45893
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating81 US tons
Inventory rating43.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length212 ft (64.6 m)
Longest span76 ft (23.2 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,294 (2022)
Projected traffic6,294 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was W Marion ST over Maquoketa River built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is W Marion ST over Maquoketa River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.

How much traffic does W Marion ST over Maquoketa River carry?

About 6,294 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is W Marion ST over Maquoketa River?

The structure is 212 ft (64.6 m) long with a longest span of 76 ft (23.2 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns W Marion ST over Maquoketa River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.