Local over Small
FairPalo Alto County, Iowa · 097340101 · Structure no. 000000000270371
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Local over Small is a steel culvert carrying Local over Small in Palo Alto County, Iowa. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 years old, older than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 20 by 2043. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Local over Small built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is Local over Small in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2021.
How much traffic does Local over Small carry?
About 20 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Local over Small?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Local over Small?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.