US Bridges

325th ST over Pigeon Creek

PoorPosted for load

Harrison County, Iowa · 078422703 · Structure no. 000000000177420

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
106 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
11
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

325th ST over Pigeon Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 325th ST over Pigeon Creek in Harrison County, Iowa. It was built in 1960, 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 11 vehicles a day, projected to reach 11 by 2044. The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Carries325th ST
CrossesPigeon Creek
Location078422703
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateIowa
Coordinates41.53526, -95.66122
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating20.9 US tons
Inventory rating14.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length106 ft (32.3 m)
Longest span59 ft (18 m)
Deck width18 ft (5.6 m)
Roadway width18 ft (5.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11 (2022)
Projected traffic11 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 325th ST over Pigeon Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is 325th ST over Pigeon Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in December 2024.

How much traffic does 325th ST over Pigeon Creek carry?

About 11 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is 325th ST over Pigeon Creek?

The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.

Who owns 325th ST over Pigeon Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.