SW Ramp over Little Bear Creek
FairIowa County, Iowa · 0.1 Mi. W of Jct. SR V38 · Structure no. 000000000603460
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 160
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SW Ramp over Little Bear Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SW Ramp over Little Bear Creek 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 160 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 160 by 2044. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SW Ramp over Little Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is SW Ramp over Little Bear Creek 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 SW Ramp over Little Bear Creek carry?
About 160 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is SW Ramp over Little Bear Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SW Ramp over Little Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.