US Bridges

US 169 over South Clanton Creek

Good

Madison County, Iowa · 3.0 Mi. S of SR G-61 · Structure no. 000000000034721

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,230
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 169 over South Clanton Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 169 over South Clanton Creek in Madison County, Iowa. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 1,230 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,230 by 2044. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 46 mi (74 km).

CarriesUS 169
CrossesSouth Clanton Creek
Location3.0 Mi. S of SR G-61
RouteU.S. Route 169
StateIowa
Coordinates41.17062, -94.04761
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating48.6 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,230 (2022)
Projected traffic1,230 by 2044
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed46 mi (74 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 169 over South Clanton Creek built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 169 over South Clanton 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US 169 over South Clanton Creek carry?

About 1,230 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US 169 over South Clanton Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US 169 over South Clanton Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.