Sharp Street over Small Stream
FairMills County, Iowa · 000000000 · Structure no. 000000000035820
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,979
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sharp Street over Small Stream is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Sharp Street over Small Stream in Mills County, Iowa. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 3,979 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,979 by 2043. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 Sharp Street over Small Stream built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sharp Street over Small Stream 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 Sharp Street over Small Stream carry?
About 3,979 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Sharp Street over Small Stream?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns Sharp Street over Small Stream?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.