US 18 over Lotts Creek
GoodKossuth County, Iowa · 1.2 Mi. E of E Jct. Ia 15 · Structure no. 000000000032821
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 108 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,770
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 18 over Lotts Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 18 over Lotts Creek in Kossuth County, Iowa. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 2,770 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,770 by 2044. The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 18 over Lotts Creek built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 18 over Lotts 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 18 over Lotts Creek carry?
About 2,770 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 18 over Lotts Creek?
The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 18 over Lotts Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.