Locust Street over Tinkle Branch
FairMills County, Iowa · 000000000 · Structure no. 000000000035801
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,957
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Locust Street over Tinkle Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Locust Street over Tinkle Branch in Mills 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 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 8,957 vehicles a day, projected to reach 8,957 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 Locust Street over Tinkle Branch built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is Locust Street over Tinkle Branch 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does Locust Street over Tinkle Branch carry?
About 8,957 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Locust Street over Tinkle Branch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Locust Street over Tinkle Branch?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.