Nature Trail over Cedar Creek
GoodMadison County, Iowa · 076272106 · Structure no. 000000000233931
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 142 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 60
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nature Trail over Cedar Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Nature Trail over Cedar Creek in Madison County, Iowa. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 60 vehicles a day, projected to reach 60 by 2043. The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nature Trail over Cedar Creek built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nature Trail over Cedar 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 2023.
How much traffic does Nature Trail over Cedar Creek carry?
About 60 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Nature Trail over Cedar Creek?
The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.9 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Nature Trail over Cedar Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.