Key Ave over Big Whiskey Creek
GoodPosted for loadPlymouth County, Iowa · 090453102 · Structure no. 000000000271530
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 70 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 26
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Key Ave over Big Whiskey Creek is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Key Ave over Big Whiskey Creek in Plymouth County, Iowa. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 73 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 26 vehicles a day, projected to reach 26 by 2044. The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Key Ave over Big Whiskey Creek built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is Key Ave over Big Whiskey 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 2024.
How much traffic does Key Ave over Big Whiskey Creek carry?
About 26 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Key Ave over Big Whiskey Creek?
The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Key Ave over Big Whiskey Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.