US Bridges

Ia 2 over Middle Tarkio River

Good

Page County, Iowa · 0.9 Mi. W of Jct. SR M-56 · Structure no. 000000000038791

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
211 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,790
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ia 2 over Middle Tarkio River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ia 2 over Middle Tarkio River in Page County, Iowa. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 2,790 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,790 by 2044. The structure is 211 ft (64.3 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesIa 2
CrossesMiddle Tarkio River
Location0.9 Mi. W of Jct. SR M-56
RouteState Highway 2
StateIowa
Coordinates40.74247, -95.20404
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating21.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length211 ft (64.3 m)
Longest span97 ft (29.6 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,790 (2022)
Projected traffic2,790 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 2 over Middle Tarkio River built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ia 2 over Middle Tarkio 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 2024.

How much traffic does Ia 2 over Middle Tarkio River carry?

About 2,790 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Ia 2 over Middle Tarkio River?

The structure is 211 ft (64.3 m) long with a longest span of 97 ft (29.6 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Ia 2 over Middle Tarkio River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.