Ia 9 over Otter Creek
GoodOsceola County, Iowa · 2.5 Mi. W of Jct. SR L40 · Structure no. 000000000038441
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 138 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,750
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 9 over Otter Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Ia 9 over Otter Creek in Osceola County, Iowa. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 1,750 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,750 by 2044. The structure is 138 ft (42.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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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 Ia 9 over Otter Creek built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 9 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Ia 9 over Otter Creek carry?
About 1,750 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is Ia 9 over Otter Creek?
The structure is 138 ft (42.1 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns Ia 9 over Otter Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.