NB US 151 over Big Creek
GoodLinn County, Iowa · 4.7 Mi. N of Jct. Ia 13 · Structure no. 000000000606300
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 216 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NB US 151 over Big Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying NB US 151 over Big Creek in Linn County, Iowa. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 7,000 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,000 by 2042. The structure is 216 ft (65.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NB US 151 over Big Creek built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is NB US 151 over Big 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does NB US 151 over Big Creek carry?
About 7,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is NB US 151 over Big Creek?
The structure is 216 ft (65.8 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns NB US 151 over Big Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.