US 218 SB over Skunk River
GoodHenry County, Iowa · 4.7 Mi. S of S Jct. US 34 · Structure no. 000000000608130
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 621 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,950
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 218 SB over Skunk River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 218 SB over Skunk River in Henry County, Iowa. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 4,950 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,950 by 2043. The structure is 621 ft (189.3 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 218 SB over Skunk River built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 218 SB over Skunk River 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US 218 SB over Skunk River carry?
About 4,950 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is US 218 SB over Skunk River?
The structure is 621 ft (189.3 m) long with a longest span of 126 ft (38.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 218 SB over Skunk River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.