US 169 over W Fork Des Moines River
FairHumboldt County, Iowa · 0.6 MI S of Ia 3 · Structure no. 000000000028871
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 336 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,100
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 169 over W Fork Des Moines River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 169 over W Fork Des Moines River in Humboldt County, Iowa. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 years old, younger 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 7,100 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,100 by 2043. The structure is 336 ft (102.4 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 US 169 over W Fork Des Moines River built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 169 over W Fork Des Moines River 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US 169 over W Fork Des Moines River carry?
About 7,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 169 over W Fork Des Moines River?
The structure is 336 ft (102.4 m) long with a longest span of 112 ft (34.1 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns US 169 over W Fork Des Moines River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.