255th Street over U.S. 218
GoodHenry County, Iowa · 1.8 Mi. S of S Jct. US 34 · Structure no. 000000000607545
- Built
- 2001
- 24 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 300 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 860
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
255th Street over U.S. 218 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 255th Street over U.S. 218 in Henry County, Iowa. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 years old, younger 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 860 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 860 by 2044. The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long and 43 ft wide.
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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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 255th Street over U.S. 218 built?
It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.
What condition is 255th Street over U.S. 218 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does 255th Street over U.S. 218 carry?
About 860 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is 255th Street over U.S. 218?
The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long with a longest span of 102 ft (31.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns 255th Street over U.S. 218?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.