Loc 140th Ave over W Br Blue Earth River
FairKossuth County, Iowa · 100282902 · Structure no. 000000000217531
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 77 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Loc 140th Ave over W Br Blue Earth River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Loc 140th Ave over W Br Blue Earth River in Kossuth County, Iowa. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2043. The structure is 77 ft (23.4 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 | 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 140th Ave over W Br Blue Earth River built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is Loc 140th Ave 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 140th Ave over W Br Blue Earth River carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Loc 140th Ave over W Br Blue Earth River?
The structure is 77 ft (23.4 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Loc 140th Ave over W Br Blue Earth River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.