Ia 38 & 64 over Big Bear Creek
GoodJones County, Iowa · 0.8 Mi. N of S Jct. 64 · Structure no. 000000000032341
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 103 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,860
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 38 & 64 over Big Bear Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Ia 38 & 64 over Big Bear Creek in Jones County, Iowa. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 years old, older 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 1,860 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,860 by 2043. The structure is 103 ft (31.4 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 38 & 64 over Big Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 38 & 64 over Big Bear 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does Ia 38 & 64 over Big Bear Creek carry?
About 1,860 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Ia 38 & 64 over Big Bear Creek?
The structure is 103 ft (31.4 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns Ia 38 & 64 over Big Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.