US Bridges

100th ST over Little Wapsi River

Good

Fayette County, Iowa · 092101901 · Structure no. 000000000150810

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
144 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
344
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

100th ST over Little Wapsi River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 100th ST over Little Wapsi River in Fayette County, Iowa. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 344 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 344 by 2044. The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Carries100th ST
CrossesLittle Wapsi River
Location092101901
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateIowa
Coordinates42.77315, -92.07079
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.9 US tons
Inventory rating27.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length144 ft (43.9 m)
Longest span71 ft (21.6 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic344 (2022)
Projected traffic344 by 2044
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 100th ST over Little Wapsi River built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is 100th ST over Little Wapsi River 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 2024.

How much traffic does 100th ST over Little Wapsi River carry?

About 344 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is 100th ST over Little Wapsi River?

The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long with a longest span of 71 ft (21.6 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns 100th ST over Little Wapsi River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.