US Bridges

Ia 22 & 70 over Wapsinonoc Creek

Good

Muscatine County, Iowa · 1.6 Mi. E of W Jct. Ia 70 · Structure no. 000000000037981

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
230 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,830
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ia 22 & 70 over Wapsinonoc Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ia 22 & 70 over Wapsinonoc Creek in Muscatine County, Iowa. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 2,830 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,830 by 2044. The structure is 230 ft (70.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).

CarriesIa 22 & 70
CrossesWapsinonoc Creek
Location1.6 Mi. E of W Jct. Ia 70
RouteState Highway 22
StateIowa
Coordinates41.48148, -91.27642
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating79.6 US tons
Inventory rating38.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length230 ft (70.1 m)
Longest span82 ft (25 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,830 (2022)
Projected traffic2,830 by 2044
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.7 mi (35 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ia 22 & 70 over Wapsinonoc Creek built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ia 22 & 70 over Wapsinonoc 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Ia 22 & 70 over Wapsinonoc Creek carry?

About 2,830 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is Ia 22 & 70 over Wapsinonoc Creek?

The structure is 230 ft (70.1 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Ia 22 & 70 over Wapsinonoc Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.