Plant Road I over Long Creek
FairDes Moines County, Iowa · Approx. 1000 SW of RD M · Structure no. DAPAMCIOW005486
- Built
- 2009
- 16 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 58 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15
- 2022 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Army
About this bridge
Plant Road I over Long Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Plant Road I over Long Creek in Des Moines County, Iowa. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 years old, younger 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 15 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 20 by 2046. The structure is 58 ft (17.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Plant Road I over Long Creek built?
It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.
What condition is Plant Road I over Long 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 Plant Road I over Long Creek carry?
About 15 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Plant Road I over Long Creek?
The structure is 58 ft (17.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m).
Who owns Plant Road I over Long Creek?
It is owned by the Army.