Local over Michael Creek
GoodLouisa County, Iowa · 075032603 · Structure no. 000000000224441
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 166
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Local over Michael Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Local over Michael Creek in Louisa County, Iowa. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 years old, older 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 166 vehicles a day, projected to reach 166 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Local over Michael Creek built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is Local over Michael 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Local over Michael Creek carry?
About 166 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Local over Michael Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Local over Michael Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.