Ia 3 over Des Moines River
GoodHumboldt County, Iowa · 1.6 Mi. W of US 169 · Structure no. 000000000028981
- Built
- 2010
- 15 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 412 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,850
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 3 over Des Moines River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ia 3 over Des Moines River in Humboldt County, Iowa. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 2,850 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,850 by 2042. The structure is 412 ft (125.7 m) long and 47 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 3 over Des Moines River built?
It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 3 over Des Moines 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Ia 3 over Des Moines River carry?
About 2,850 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is Ia 3 over Des Moines River?
The structure is 412 ft (125.7 m) long with a longest span of 137 ft (41.8 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns Ia 3 over Des Moines River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.