Rapid Ck RD over Br Rapid CR
PoorPosted for loadJohnson County, Iowa · 080053103 · Structure no. 000000000204830
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 44 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 490
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rapid Ck RD over Br Rapid CR is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Rapid Ck RD over Br Rapid CR in Johnson County, Iowa. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 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 490 vehicles a day, projected to reach 490 by 2043. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 Rapid Ck RD over Br Rapid CR built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rapid Ck RD over Br Rapid CR 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 2023.
How much traffic does Rapid Ck RD over Br Rapid CR carry?
About 490 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Rapid Ck RD over Br Rapid CR?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Rapid Ck RD over Br Rapid CR?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.