Lake Ave over Plymouth Creek
GoodPlymouth County, Iowa · 091450502 · Structure no. 000000000272911
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 125 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 159
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Lake Ave over Plymouth Creek is a concrete slab carrying Lake Ave over Plymouth Creek in Plymouth County, Iowa. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 159 vehicles a day, projected to reach 159 by 2044. The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 Lake Ave over Plymouth Creek built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is Lake Ave over Plymouth 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Lake Ave over Plymouth Creek carry?
About 159 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Lake Ave over Plymouth Creek?
The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Lake Ave over Plymouth Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.