Ia 57 over W Branch Cedar River
FairHardin County, Iowa · 1.6 Miles West of SR S56 · Structure no. 000000000027030
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old, rebuilt 1984
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 54 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,940
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 57 over W Branch Cedar River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ia 57 over W Branch Cedar River in Hardin County, Iowa. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1984, 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 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 1,940 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,940 by 2043. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 57 over W Branch Cedar River built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.
What condition is Ia 57 over W Branch Cedar River 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Ia 57 over W Branch Cedar River carry?
About 1,940 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is Ia 57 over W Branch Cedar River?
The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.9 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns Ia 57 over W Branch Cedar River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.