Loc 285 Ave over Plum Creek
GoodDelaware County, Iowa · 087030608 · Structure no. 000000000139271
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 167 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 39
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Loc 285 Ave over Plum Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Loc 285 Ave over Plum Creek in Delaware County, Iowa. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 39 vehicles a day, projected to reach 39 by 2043. The structure is 167 ft (50.9 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Loc 285 Ave over Plum Creek built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is Loc 285 Ave over Plum 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Loc 285 Ave over Plum Creek carry?
About 39 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Loc 285 Ave over Plum Creek?
The structure is 167 ft (50.9 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Loc 285 Ave over Plum Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.