Ia 15 over Black Cat Creek
GoodEmmet County, Iowa · 6.4 Mi. S of Ia 9 · Structure no. 000000000024351
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 93 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 970
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 15 over Black Cat Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ia 15 over Black Cat Creek in Emmet 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 970 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 970 by 2043. The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 Ia 15 over Black Cat Creek built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 15 over Black Cat 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Ia 15 over Black Cat Creek carry?
About 970 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is Ia 15 over Black Cat Creek?
The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns Ia 15 over Black Cat Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.