Ia 38 over Bell Creek
FairDelaware County, Iowa · 2.2 Mi. N. of Jct. SR X47 · Structure no. 000000000023291
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,530
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 38 over Bell Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ia 38 over Bell Creek in Delaware County, Iowa. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 1,530 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,530 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 38 over Bell Creek built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 38 over Bell Creek 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Ia 38 over Bell Creek carry?
About 1,530 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is Ia 38 over Bell Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Ia 38 over Bell Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.