18th St. over W Buffalo Creek
GoodFayette County, Iowa · 091083103 · Structure no. 000000000149551
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 91 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 39
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
18th St. over W Buffalo Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying 18th St. over W Buffalo Creek in Fayette County, Iowa. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, older 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 39 vehicles a day, projected to reach 39 by 2043. The structure is 91 ft (27.6 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 18th St. over W Buffalo Creek built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is 18th St. over W Buffalo 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does 18th St. over W Buffalo Creek carry?
About 39 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is 18th St. over W Buffalo Creek?
The structure is 91 ft (27.6 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns 18th St. over W Buffalo Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.