Ia 38 over Kitty Creek
FairJones County, Iowa · 0.5 Mi. N of Jct. 151 · Structure no. 000000000032381
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 158 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,630
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 38 over Kitty Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Ia 38 over Kitty Creek in Jones County, Iowa. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 3,630 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,630 by 2044. The structure is 158 ft (48.2 m) long and 59 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 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 38 over Kitty Creek built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 38 over Kitty Creek 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Ia 38 over Kitty Creek carry?
About 3,630 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Ia 38 over Kitty Creek?
The structure is 158 ft (48.2 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns Ia 38 over Kitty Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.