Local over Spearman Branch
FairHenry County, Iowa · 071062606 · Structure no. 000000000180461
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 82
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Local over Spearman Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Local over Spearman Branch in Henry County, Iowa. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 82 vehicles a day, projected to reach 82 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Local over Spearman Branch built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is Local over Spearman Branch 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does Local over Spearman Branch carry?
About 82 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Local over Spearman Branch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Local over Spearman Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.