Ia 44 over Pigeon Creek
GoodHarrison County, Iowa · 7.0 Mi. E of US 30 · Structure no. 000000000027681
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 201 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 800
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 44 over Pigeon Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ia 44 over Pigeon Creek in Harrison County, Iowa. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 years old, older than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 800 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 800 by 2043. The structure is 201 ft (61.3 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 32.9 mi (53 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 44 over Pigeon Creek built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 44 over Pigeon Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does Ia 44 over Pigeon Creek carry?
About 800 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is Ia 44 over Pigeon Creek?
The structure is 201 ft (61.3 m) long with a longest span of 97 ft (29.6 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns Ia 44 over Pigeon Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.