US 218 over Over BNSF RR
FairLee County, Iowa · 4.4 Mi. N of Jct. US 61 · Structure no. 000000000033210
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 192 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,750
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 218 over Over BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 218 over Over BNSF RR in Lee County, Iowa. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 5 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 2,750 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,750 by 2043. The structure is 192 ft (58.5 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 218 over Over BNSF RR built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 218 over Over BNSF RR 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does US 218 over Over BNSF RR carry?
About 2,750 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 218 over Over BNSF RR?
The structure is 192 ft (58.5 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 218 over Over BNSF RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.