W University over I-35 & I-80
GoodPolk County, Iowa · At Junction I-80 & I-35 · Structure no. 000000000012491
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old, rebuilt 2004
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 235 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 28,914
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
W University over I-35 & I-80 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying W University over I-35 & I-80 in Polk County, Iowa. It was built in 1984 and reconstructed in 2004, so it is 41 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 28,914 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,914 by 2044. The structure is 235 ft (71.6 m) long and 91 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was W University over I-35 & I-80 built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.
What condition is W University over I-35 & I-80 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does W University over I-35 & I-80 carry?
About 28,914 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is W University over I-35 & I-80?
The structure is 235 ft (71.6 m) long with a longest span of 117 ft (35.7 m) and a deck 91 ft wide.
Who owns W University over I-35 & I-80?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.