Backbone State Pk over Br Maquoketa River
FairDelaware County, Iowa · In Backbone State Park · Structure no. 000000000699055
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 139 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- —
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency
About this bridge
Backbone State Pk over Br Maquoketa River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Backbone State Pk over Br Maquoketa River in Delaware County, Iowa. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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.
No traffic count is recorded. The structure is 139 ft (42.4 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Backbone State Pk over Br Maquoketa River built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is Backbone State Pk over Br Maquoketa River 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Backbone State Pk over Br Maquoketa River carry?
No traffic count is recorded for this structure.
How long is Backbone State Pk over Br Maquoketa River?
The structure is 139 ft (42.4 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Backbone State Pk over Br Maquoketa River?
It is owned by the State Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency.