Heron Rd. over Volga River
GoodFayette County, Iowa · 093081306 · Structure no. 000000000151191
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 217 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 34
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Heron Rd. over Volga River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Heron Rd. over Volga River 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 34 vehicles a day, projected to reach 34 by 2043. The structure is 217 ft (66.1 m) long and 33 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Heron Rd. over Volga River built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is Heron Rd. over Volga 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 2023.
How much traffic does Heron Rd. over Volga River carry?
About 34 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Heron Rd. over Volga River?
The structure is 217 ft (66.1 m) long with a longest span of 77 ft (23.5 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Heron Rd. over Volga River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.