98th ST over Little Bear Creek
GoodJones County, Iowa · 084022403 · Structure no. 000000000207301
- Built
- 2012
- 13 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2020
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 93 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
98th ST over Little Bear Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying 98th ST over Little Bear Creek in Jones County, Iowa. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 21 vehicles a day, projected to reach 21 by 2043. The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 98th ST over Little Bear Creek built?
It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.
What condition is 98th ST over Little 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 2020.
How much traffic does 98th ST over Little Bear Creek carry?
About 21 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is 98th ST over Little Bear Creek?
The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns 98th ST over Little Bear Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.