Ia 2 over Devil Creek
FairLee County, Iowa · 0.5 Mi. W of Jct. US 61 · Structure no. 000000000033271
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 242 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,250
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 2 over Devil Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ia 2 over Devil Creek in Lee County, Iowa. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 4,250 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,250 by 2044. The structure is 242 ft (73.8 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 Ia 2 over Devil Creek built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 2 over Devil 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does Ia 2 over Devil Creek carry?
About 4,250 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Ia 2 over Devil Creek?
The structure is 242 ft (73.8 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns Ia 2 over Devil Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.