Loc 80th Ave over Black Cat Creek
FairPosted for loadKossuth County, Iowa · 096290502 · Structure no. 000000000215301
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 102 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Loc 80th Ave over Black Cat Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Loc 80th Ave over Black Cat Creek in Kossuth County, Iowa. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2043. The structure is 102 ft (31 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Loc 80th Ave over Black Cat Creek built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is Loc 80th Ave over Black Cat 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does Loc 80th Ave over Black Cat Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Loc 80th Ave over Black Cat Creek?
The structure is 102 ft (31 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Loc 80th Ave over Black Cat Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.