Bear RD over Mink Creek
FairFayette County, Iowa · 093071104 · Structure no. 000000000364555
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 33
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bear RD over Mink Creek is a steel culvert carrying Bear RD over Mink Creek in Fayette County, Iowa. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 6 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 33 vehicles a day, projected to reach 33 by 2043. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bear RD over Mink Creek built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bear RD over Mink 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 Bear RD over Mink Creek carry?
About 33 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Bear RD over Mink Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Bear RD over Mink Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.