500th over Wapsipinicon River
GoodMitchell County, Iowa · 100151801 · Structure no. 000000000248781
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 103 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 70
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
500th over Wapsipinicon River is a concrete continuous slab carrying 500th over Wapsipinicon River in Mitchell County, Iowa. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, older 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 70 vehicles a day, projected to reach 70 by 2043. The structure is 103 ft (31.4 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 500th over Wapsipinicon River built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is 500th over Wapsipinicon River 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does 500th over Wapsipinicon River carry?
About 70 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is 500th over Wapsipinicon River?
The structure is 103 ft (31.4 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns 500th over Wapsipinicon River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.