Ia 38 over Wapsipinicon Overflow
FairJones County, Iowa · 0.1 Mi. S of Jct. SR E45 · Structure no. 000000000032331
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 201 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,410
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 38 over Wapsipinicon Overflow is a concrete continuous slab carrying Ia 38 over Wapsipinicon Overflow in Jones County, Iowa. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, older 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 1,410 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,410 by 2043. The structure is 201 ft (61.3 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 38 over Wapsipinicon Overflow built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 38 over Wapsipinicon Overflow 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does Ia 38 over Wapsipinicon Overflow carry?
About 1,410 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is Ia 38 over Wapsipinicon Overflow?
The structure is 201 ft (61.3 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns Ia 38 over Wapsipinicon Overflow?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.