HWY 79 over Long Creek
GoodDes Moines County, Iowa · 070043401 · Structure no. 000000000143361
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,650
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY 79 over Long Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying HWY 79 over Long Creek in Des Moines County, Iowa. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 1,650 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,650 by 2043. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY 79 over Long Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY 79 over Long 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does HWY 79 over Long Creek carry?
About 1,650 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is HWY 79 over Long Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns HWY 79 over Long Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.