Birch Rd. over Creek
FairFayette County, Iowa · 095071003 · Structure no. 000000000152721
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Birch Rd. over Creek is a steel culvert carrying Birch Rd. over Creek in Fayette County, Iowa. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger 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 5 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 25 vehicles a day, projected to reach 25 by 2043. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Birch Rd. over Creek built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is Birch Rd. over 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Birch Rd. over Creek carry?
About 25 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Birch Rd. over Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns Birch Rd. over Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.