US 151 NB over Kitty Creek
FairJones County, Iowa · 0.4 Mi. N of Jct. SR X44 · Structure no. 000000000608450
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 171 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 151 NB over Kitty Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 151 NB over Kitty Creek in Jones County, Iowa. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 years old, younger 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 4,300 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,300 by 2043. The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 151 NB over Kitty Creek built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 151 NB 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 US 151 NB over Kitty Creek carry?
About 4,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 151 NB over Kitty Creek?
The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns US 151 NB over Kitty Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.