US 69 over Iowa River Overflow
FairHancock County, Iowa · 0.4 Mi. S of Jct. SR B55 · Structure no. 000000000026860
- Built
- 1922
- 103 years old, rebuilt 1960
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,650
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 69 over Iowa River Overflow is a concrete slab carrying US 69 over Iowa River Overflow in Hancock County, Iowa. It was built in 1922 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 103 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 1,650 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,650 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 69 over Iowa River Overflow built?
It was built in 1922, making it 103 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.
What condition is US 69 over Iowa River Overflow 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US 69 over Iowa River Overflow carry?
About 1,650 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is US 69 over Iowa River Overflow?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 69 over Iowa River Overflow?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.