US Bridges

Ia 2 over Snake Creek

Good

Page County, Iowa · 0.3 Mi. E of Jct. SR M-60 · Structure no. 000000000038811

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
98 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,170
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ia 2 over Snake Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ia 2 over Snake Creek in Page County, Iowa. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 3,170 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,170 by 2044. The structure is 98 ft (29.9 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesIa 2
CrossesSnake Creek
Location0.3 Mi. E of Jct. SR M-60
RouteState Highway 2
StateIowa
Coordinates40.74255, -95.12998
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating69.3 US tons
Inventory rating21.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length98 ft (29.9 m)
Longest span95 ft (29 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,170 (2022)
Projected traffic3,170 by 2044
Trucks9%
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 Snake Creek built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ia 2 over Snake 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Ia 2 over Snake Creek carry?

About 3,170 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Ia 2 over Snake Creek?

The structure is 98 ft (29.9 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Ia 2 over Snake Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.