Local over Big Cedar River
PoorPosted for loadJefferson County, Iowa · 071092810 · Structure no. 000000000200221
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Girder and Floorbeam System
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 122 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 34
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Local over Big Cedar River is a steel continuous girder and floorbeam system carrying Local over Big Cedar River in Jefferson County, Iowa. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 34 vehicles a day, projected to reach 34 by 2043. The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Local over Big Cedar River built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is Local over Big Cedar River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in February 2023.
How much traffic does Local over Big Cedar River carry?
About 34 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Local over Big Cedar River?
The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.9 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns Local over Big Cedar River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.