SW 7th ST over Raccoon R & Trail
FairPolk County, Iowa · 000000000 · Structure no. 000000000003980
- Built
- 1915
- 110 years old, rebuilt 1968
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 799 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,253
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
SW 7th ST over Raccoon R & Trail is a concrete continuous arch - deck carrying SW 7th ST over Raccoon R & Trail in Polk County, Iowa. It was built in 1915 and reconstructed in 1968, so it is 110 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 5 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 7,253 vehicles a day, projected to reach 7,253 by 2043. The structure is 799 ft (243.5 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SW 7th ST over Raccoon R & Trail built?
It was built in 1915, making it 110 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1968.
What condition is SW 7th ST over Raccoon R & Trail 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does SW 7th ST over Raccoon R & Trail carry?
About 7,253 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is SW 7th ST over Raccoon R & Trail?
The structure is 799 ft (243.5 m) long with a longest span of 122 ft (37.2 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.
Who owns SW 7th ST over Raccoon R & Trail?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.