Nettle Ave over Waterway
FairFranklin County, Iowa · 091201702 · Structure no. 000000000366315
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 24 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 26
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nettle Ave over Waterway is a steel culvert carrying Nettle Ave over Waterway in Franklin 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 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 26 vehicles a day, projected to reach 26 by 2044. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nettle Ave over Waterway built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nettle Ave over Waterway 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Nettle Ave over Waterway carry?
About 26 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Nettle Ave over Waterway?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns Nettle Ave over Waterway?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.