Ia 9 over Ocheyedon River
GoodOsceola County, Iowa · 1.6 Mi. E of Jct. U.S. 59 · Structure no. 000000000038481
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 171 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,020
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 9 over Ocheyedon River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ia 9 over Ocheyedon River in Osceola County, Iowa. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 2,020 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,020 by 2043. The structure is 171 ft (52.1 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 9 over Ocheyedon River built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 9 over Ocheyedon River 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 2023.
How much traffic does Ia 9 over Ocheyedon River carry?
About 2,020 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is Ia 9 over Ocheyedon River?
The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns Ia 9 over Ocheyedon River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.