US218 NB to I80 EB over Clear Creek
GoodJohnson County, Iowa · I-80/I-380/US 218 Interch · Structure no. 000000000605146
- Built
- 2021
- 4 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 252 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,830
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US218 NB to I80 EB over Clear Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US218 NB to I80 EB over Clear Creek in Johnson County, Iowa. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 years old, younger than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 4,830 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,830 by 2042. The structure is 252 ft (76.8 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US218 NB to I80 EB over Clear Creek built?
It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.
What condition is US218 NB to I80 EB over Clear Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does US218 NB to I80 EB over Clear Creek carry?
About 4,830 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US218 NB to I80 EB over Clear Creek?
The structure is 252 ft (76.8 m) long with a longest span of 117 ft (35.7 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns US218 NB to I80 EB over Clear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.