US 169 over E Fork Des Moines River
FairKossuth County, Iowa · 1.3 Mi. S of S JCT SR A42 · Structure no. 000000000032940
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 162 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,140
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 169 over E Fork Des Moines River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 169 over E Fork Des Moines River in Kossuth County, Iowa. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 2,140 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,140 by 2044. The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 169 over E Fork Des Moines River built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 169 over E Fork Des Moines River 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 169 over E Fork Des Moines River carry?
About 2,140 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US 169 over E Fork Des Moines River?
The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns US 169 over E Fork Des Moines River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.