US 59 over BNSF RR Road & Ck
FairMills County, Iowa · 1.1 Mi. S of Jct. U.S. 34 · Structure no. 000000000035971
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 587 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,520
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over BNSF RR Road & Ck is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 over BNSF RR Road & Ck in Mills County, Iowa. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger 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 1,520 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,520 by 2043. The structure is 587 ft (178.9 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 over BNSF RR Road & Ck built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 59 over BNSF RR Road & Ck 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 59 over BNSF RR Road & Ck carry?
About 1,520 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over BNSF RR Road & Ck?
The structure is 587 ft (178.9 m) long with a longest span of 107 ft (32.6 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 over BNSF RR Road & Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.