US 65 over Little Beaver Creek
FairHardin County, Iowa · 3.6 MI N of N JCT Ia 175 · Structure no. 000000000027101
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 93 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,720
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 65 over Little Beaver Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 65 over Little Beaver Creek in Hardin County, Iowa. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 1,720 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,720 by 2042. The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long and 47 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 65 over Little Beaver Creek built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 65 over Little Beaver 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US 65 over Little Beaver Creek carry?
About 1,720 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is US 65 over Little Beaver Creek?
The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 65 over Little Beaver Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.