Meredith DR over I-35 and I-80
FairPolk County, Iowa · 0.4 Mi. W of Jct. Ia 141 · Structure no. 000000000041341
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 272 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,055
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Meredith DR over I-35 and I-80 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Meredith DR over I-35 and I-80 in Polk County, Iowa. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 years old, younger 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 6 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 12,055 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,055 by 2044. The structure is 272 ft (82.9 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Meredith DR over I-35 and I-80 built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is Meredith DR over I-35 and I-80 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 2024.
How much traffic does Meredith DR over I-35 and I-80 carry?
About 12,055 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Meredith DR over I-35 and I-80?
The structure is 272 ft (82.9 m) long with a longest span of 136 ft (41.5 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.
Who owns Meredith DR over I-35 and I-80?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.