3rd ST over Otter Creek
GoodPosted for loadOsceola County, Iowa · 000000000 · Structure no. 000000000000440
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old, rebuilt 2009
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 176 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 952
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
3rd ST over Otter Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying 3rd ST over Otter Creek in Osceola County, Iowa. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 2009, so it is 61 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. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.
It carries about 952 vehicles a day, projected to reach 952 by 2044. The structure is 176 ft (53.6 m) long and 37 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 3rd ST over Otter Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2009.
What condition is 3rd ST over Otter 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does 3rd ST over Otter Creek carry?
About 952 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is 3rd ST over Otter Creek?
The structure is 176 ft (53.6 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns 3rd ST over Otter Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.