Ia 3 over E Fork Des Moines River
GoodHumboldt County, Iowa · 1.8 Mi. E. of US 169 · Structure no. 000000000029011
- Built
- 2018
- 7 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 367 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,510
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 3 over E Fork Des Moines River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ia 3 over E Fork Des Moines River in Humboldt County, Iowa. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 2,510 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,510 by 2044. The structure is 367 ft (111.9 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 3 over E Fork Des Moines River built?
It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 3 over E Fork 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Ia 3 over E Fork Des Moines River carry?
About 2,510 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is Ia 3 over E Fork Des Moines River?
The structure is 367 ft (111.9 m) long with a longest span of 213 ft (64.9 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns Ia 3 over E Fork Des Moines River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.