US 151 over I-80
FairIowa County, Iowa · Jct. US 151 & I-80 · Structure no. 000000000029910
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old, rebuilt 1985
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 221 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,450
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 151 over I-80 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 151 over I-80 in Iowa County, Iowa. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 1985, 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 1,450 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,450 by 2044. The structure is 221 ft (67.4 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).
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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 151 over I-80 built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.
What condition is US 151 over I-80 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US 151 over I-80 carry?
About 1,450 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 151 over I-80?
The structure is 221 ft (67.4 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns US 151 over I-80?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.