US Bridges

Ia 137 over Over UP RR

Good

Monroe County, Iowa · 0.2 MI S of Jct. SR T-61 · Structure no. 000000000037491

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
231 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,910
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ia 137 over Over UP RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ia 137 over Over UP RR in Monroe County, Iowa. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 3,910 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,910 by 2044. The structure is 231 ft (70.4 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesIa 137
CrossesOver UP RR
Location0.2 MI S of Jct. SR T-61
RouteState Highway 137
CountyMonroe County
StateIowa
Coordinates41.14625, -92.64477
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating51 US tons
Inventory rating47 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length231 ft (70.4 m)
Longest span92 ft (28 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,910 (2022)
Projected traffic3,910 by 2044
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ia 137 over Over UP RR built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ia 137 over Over UP RR 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Ia 137 over Over UP RR carry?

About 3,910 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is Ia 137 over Over UP RR?

The structure is 231 ft (70.4 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Ia 137 over Over UP RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.