US 59 over Soldier River
GoodIda County, Iowa · 1.2 MI N of JCT CO RD D54 · Structure no. 000000000029111
- Built
- 2019
- 6 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 151 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,720
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over Soldier River is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 59 over Soldier River in Ida County, Iowa. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 1,720 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,720 by 2043. The structure is 151 ft (46 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 US 59 over Soldier River built?
It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 59 over Soldier 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 US 59 over Soldier River carry?
About 1,720 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over Soldier River?
The structure is 151 ft (46 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 over Soldier River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.