Local over German Creek
FairKeokuk County, Iowa · 076112702 · Structure no. 000000000211771
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Local over German Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Local over German Creek in Keokuk County, Iowa. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 20 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 Local over German Creek built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is Local over German 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 2022.
How much traffic does Local over German Creek carry?
About 20 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Local over German Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns Local over German Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.