Ia 3 over Westfield Creek
GoodPlymouth County, Iowa · 2.0 MI E of E JCT Ia 12 · Structure no. 000000000039771
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 940
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 3 over Westfield Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ia 3 over Westfield Creek in Plymouth County, Iowa. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 940 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 940 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 3 over Westfield Creek built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 3 over Westfield 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Ia 3 over Westfield Creek carry?
About 940 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is Ia 3 over Westfield Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Ia 3 over Westfield Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.