Ia 137 over Miller Creek
FairMonroe County, Iowa · 2.0 Mi. N of Jct. Ia 5 · Structure no. 000000000037481
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,400
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 137 over Miller Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ia 137 over Miller Creek in Monroe County, Iowa. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 2,400 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,400 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 137 over Miller Creek built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 137 over Miller Creek 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 2024.
How much traffic does Ia 137 over Miller Creek carry?
About 2,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is Ia 137 over Miller Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Ia 137 over Miller Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.