US 218 over Bloody Run
GoodFloyd County, Iowa · 5.7 Miles S Jct. Ia 14 · Structure no. 000000000607430
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 218 over Bloody Run is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 218 over Bloody Run in Floyd County, Iowa. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 years old, younger 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 10,000 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,000 by 2043. The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 218 over Bloody Run built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 218 over Bloody Run 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US 218 over Bloody Run carry?
About 10,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is US 218 over Bloody Run?
The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 218 over Bloody Run?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.