WB Ia 2 over Horse Creek
FairFremont County, Iowa · 1.0 Mi. W of Jct. I-29 · Structure no. 000000000605620
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 123 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
WB Ia 2 over Horse Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying WB Ia 2 over Horse Creek in Fremont County, Iowa. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 4,000 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,000 by 2042. The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was WB Ia 2 over Horse Creek built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is WB Ia 2 over Horse 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does WB Ia 2 over Horse Creek carry?
About 4,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is WB Ia 2 over Horse Creek?
The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns WB Ia 2 over Horse Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.