Nature RD over Little Turkey River
PoorPosted for loadFayette County, Iowa · 095092609 · Structure no. 000000000153280
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 178 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 255
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nature RD over Little Turkey River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nature RD over Little Turkey River in Fayette County, Iowa. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 255 vehicles a day, projected to reach 255 by 2044. The structure is 178 ft (54.4 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| 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 Nature RD over Little Turkey River built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nature RD over Little Turkey River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does Nature RD over Little Turkey River carry?
About 255 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Nature RD over Little Turkey River?
The structure is 178 ft (54.4 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Nature RD over Little Turkey River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.