Local over W Fork Des Moines River
GoodPocahontas County, Iowa · 093312501 · Structure no. 000000000279941
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 311 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 34
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Local over W Fork Des Moines River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Local over W Fork Des Moines River in Pocahontas County, Iowa. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 34 vehicles a day, projected to reach 34 by 2044. The structure is 311 ft (94.8 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 Local over W Fork Des Moines River built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is Local over W Fork Des Moines 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 2024.
How much traffic does Local over W Fork Des Moines River carry?
About 34 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Local over W Fork Des Moines River?
The structure is 311 ft (94.8 m) long with a longest span of 77 ft (23.5 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Local over W Fork Des Moines River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.