Loc 460th ST over W Br Blue Earth River
FairKossuth County, Iowa · 099290103 · Structure no. 000000000217051
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 78 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 41
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Loc 460th ST over W Br Blue Earth River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Loc 460th ST over W Br Blue Earth River in Kossuth County, Iowa. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 41 vehicles a day, projected to reach 41 by 2043. The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long and 32 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Loc 460th ST over W Br Blue Earth River built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is Loc 460th ST over W Br Blue Earth 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does Loc 460th ST over W Br Blue Earth River carry?
About 41 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Loc 460th ST over W Br Blue Earth River?
The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Loc 460th ST over W Br Blue Earth River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.