Ia 175 over Ioway Creek
FairHamilton County, Iowa · 1.0 Miles W of Sec RD R27 · Structure no. 000000000026491
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 75 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,090
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 175 over Ioway Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ia 175 over Ioway Creek in Hamilton County, Iowa. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 5 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 1,090 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,090 by 2042. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 Ia 175 over Ioway Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 175 over Ioway 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Ia 175 over Ioway Creek carry?
About 1,090 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Ia 175 over Ioway Creek?
The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns Ia 175 over Ioway Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.