WB I-80 over Iowa 149
FairIowa County, Iowa · At JCT of I-80 & Ia 149 · Structure no. 000000000029860
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 222 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,300
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
WB I-80 over Iowa 149 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying WB I-80 over Iowa 149 in Iowa County, Iowa. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, older 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 14,300 vehicles a day, roughly 38% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,300 by 2044. The structure is 222 ft (67.7 m) long and 36 ft wide.
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was WB I-80 over Iowa 149 built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is WB I-80 over Iowa 149 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does WB I-80 over Iowa 149 carry?
About 14,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 38% are trucks.
How long is WB I-80 over Iowa 149?
The structure is 222 ft (67.7 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns WB I-80 over Iowa 149?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.