Loc River Road over Black Cat Creek
FairKossuth County, Iowa · 096292404 · Structure no. 000000000215351
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 128 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 90
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Loc River Road over Black Cat Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Loc River Road over Black Cat Creek in Kossuth County, Iowa. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 90 vehicles a day, projected to reach 90 by 2043. The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Loc River Road over Black Cat Creek built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is Loc River Road 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 River Road over Black Cat Creek carry?
About 90 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Loc River Road over Black Cat Creek?
The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Loc River Road over Black Cat Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.