Ia 78 over Honey Creek
GoodLouisa County, Iowa · 1.8 Mi. W of Jct. US 61 · Structure no. 000000000034081
- Built
- 2022
- 3 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 42 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,030
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 78 over Honey Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ia 78 over Honey Creek in Louisa County, Iowa. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 2,030 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,030 by 2044. The structure is 42 ft (12.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 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 | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 78 over Honey Creek built?
It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 78 over Honey 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Ia 78 over Honey Creek carry?
About 2,030 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Ia 78 over Honey Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Ia 78 over Honey Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.