Local over Plum Creek
FairLyon County, Iowa · 098481003 · Structure no. 000000000229361
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 41
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Local over Plum Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Local over Plum Creek in Lyon County, Iowa. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 41 vehicles a day, projected to reach 41 by 2043. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Local over Plum Creek built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is Local over Plum 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Local over Plum Creek carry?
About 41 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Local over Plum Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Local over Plum Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.