Main Street South over Small Creek
PoorDes Moines County, Iowa · 069020406 · Structure no. 000000000505510
- Built
- 1886
- 139 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Masonry
- Length
- 38 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,705
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Main Street South over Small Creek is a masonry culvert carrying Main Street South over Small Creek in Des Moines County, Iowa. It was built in 1886, so it is 139 years old, older 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 3,705 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,705 by 2043. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Main Street South over Small Creek built?
It was built in 1886, making it 139 years old in 2025.
What condition is Main Street South over Small Creek 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 September 2022.
How much traffic does Main Street South over Small Creek carry?
About 3,705 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Main Street South over Small Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m).
Who owns Main Street South over Small Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency and maintained by the County Highway Agency.