Local over South Walnut Creek
FairJefferson County, Iowa · 073093204 · Structure no. 000000000202311
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Local over South Walnut Creek is a steel culvert carrying Local over South Walnut Creek in Jefferson County, Iowa. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger 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 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Local over South Walnut Creek built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is Local over South Walnut 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does Local over South Walnut Creek carry?
About 30 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Local over South Walnut Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns Local over South Walnut Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.