US 59 over Farm Creek
GoodMills County, Iowa · 0.8 Mi. S of Jct. SR H12 · Structure no. 000000000036011
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 275 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 960
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over Farm Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 59 over Farm Creek in Mills County, Iowa. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 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 960 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 960 by 2043. The structure is 275 ft (83.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 US 59 over Farm Creek built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 59 over Farm 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US 59 over Farm Creek carry?
About 960 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over Farm Creek?
The structure is 275 ft (83.8 m) long with a longest span of 97 ft (29.6 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 59 over Farm Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.