Center ST over Hurtzel Run
PoorClosed to trafficJohnson County, Iowa · 000000000 · Structure no. 000000000009400
- Built
- 1900
- 125 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 32 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 269
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Center ST over Hurtzel Run is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Center ST over Hurtzel Run in Johnson County, Iowa. It was built in 1900, so it is 125 years old, older 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 2 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: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 269 vehicles a day, projected to reach 269 by 2044. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
| 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 Center ST over Hurtzel Run built?
It was built in 1900, making it 125 years old in 2025.
What condition is Center ST over Hurtzel Run 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Center ST over Hurtzel Run carry?
About 269 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Center ST over Hurtzel Run?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Center ST over Hurtzel Run?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.