Local over Nichols CR
GoodPosted for loadHoward County, Iowa · 100112704 · Structure no. 000000000183600
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old, rebuilt 2000
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 47 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 41
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Local over Nichols CR is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Local over Nichols CR in Howard County, Iowa. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 2000, so it is 68 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 41 vehicles a day, projected to reach 41 by 2044. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Local over Nichols CR built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2000.
What condition is Local over Nichols CR 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Local over Nichols CR carry?
About 41 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Local over Nichols CR?
The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Local over Nichols CR?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.