Ia 136 over Bear Creek
GoodJones County, Iowa · 0.4 Mi. S of Jct. Ia 64 · Structure no. 000000000032511
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 133 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 670
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 136 over Bear Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Ia 136 over Bear Creek in Jones County, Iowa. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 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 670 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 670 by 2044. The structure is 133 ft (40.5 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 km).
Location
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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 136 over Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 136 over 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Ia 136 over Bear Creek carry?
About 670 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Ia 136 over Bear Creek?
The structure is 133 ft (40.5 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns Ia 136 over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.