Ia 150 over Otter Creek
FairFayette County, Iowa · 0.2 Mi. N of Jct. Ia 56 · Structure no. 000000000024781
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 123 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,400
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 150 over Otter Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Ia 150 over Otter Creek in Fayette County, Iowa. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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.
It carries about 5,400 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,400 by 2044. The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 150 over Otter Creek built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 150 over Otter 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does Ia 150 over Otter Creek carry?
About 5,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Ia 150 over Otter Creek?
The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns Ia 150 over Otter Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.