J-20/137th ST over West Nodaway River
GoodPage County, Iowa · 070362011 · Structure no. 000000000267690
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old, rebuilt 2014
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 213 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 499
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
J-20/137th ST over West Nodaway River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying J-20/137th ST over West Nodaway River in Page County, Iowa. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 2014, so it is 83 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.
It carries about 499 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 499 by 2042. The structure is 213 ft (64.9 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was J-20/137th ST over West Nodaway River built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2014.
What condition is J-20/137th ST over West Nodaway 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 November 2022.
How much traffic does J-20/137th ST over West Nodaway River carry?
About 499 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is J-20/137th ST over West Nodaway River?
The structure is 213 ft (64.9 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns J-20/137th ST over West Nodaway River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.