Local over North Branch Big Creek
GoodHenry County, Iowa · 072052904 · Structure no. 000000000180831
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 51
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Local over North Branch Big Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Local over North Branch Big Creek in Henry County, Iowa. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 51 vehicles a day, projected to reach 51 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Local over North Branch Big Creek built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is Local over North Branch Big 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does Local over North Branch Big Creek carry?
About 51 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Local over North Branch Big Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Local over North Branch Big Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.