County RD E-53 over Small Creek
FairJones County, Iowa · 083023201 · Structure no. 000000000206411
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 196
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County RD E-53 over Small Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying County RD E-53 over Small Creek in Jones County, Iowa. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 196 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 196 by 2044. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County RD E-53 over Small Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is County RD E-53 over Small 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does County RD E-53 over Small Creek carry?
About 196 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is County RD E-53 over Small Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns County RD E-53 over Small Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.