Ia 16 over Little Cedar Creek
GoodLee County, Iowa · 6.4 Mi. W of Jct. US 218 · Structure no. 000000000033301
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 830
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 16 over Little Cedar Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ia 16 over Little Cedar Creek in Lee County, Iowa. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 830 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 830 by 2042. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 16 over Little Cedar Creek built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 16 over Little Cedar Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.
How much traffic does Ia 16 over Little Cedar Creek carry?
About 830 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is Ia 16 over Little Cedar Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Ia 16 over Little Cedar Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.