SB I-35 WB I-80 over Des Moines River & Path
GoodPolk County, Iowa · 1.6 Mi. E of Jct. Ia 28 · Structure no. 000000000041510
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old, rebuilt 2019
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 712 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 48,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SB I-35 WB I-80 over Des Moines River & Path is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SB I-35 WB I-80 over Des Moines River & Path in Polk County, Iowa. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 2019, so it is 67 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 48,000 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 48,000 by 2043. The structure is 712 ft (217 m) long and 90 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 SB I-35 WB I-80 over Des Moines River & Path built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2019.
What condition is SB I-35 WB I-80 over Des Moines River & Path 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 2023.
How much traffic does SB I-35 WB I-80 over Des Moines River & Path carry?
About 48,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is SB I-35 WB I-80 over Des Moines River & Path?
The structure is 712 ft (217 m) long with a longest span of 102 ft (31.1 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.
Who owns SB I-35 WB I-80 over Des Moines River & Path?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.