I 35 over Otter Creek
GoodPolk County, Iowa · 1.8 Mi. S of NE 126th Ave · Structure no. 000000000041851
- Built
- 2012
- 13 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 47,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 35 over Otter Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I 35 over Otter Creek in Polk County, Iowa. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 47,500 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 47,500 by 2044. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 35 over Otter Creek built?
It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 35 over Otter Creek 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does I 35 over Otter Creek carry?
About 47,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is I 35 over Otter Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns I 35 over Otter Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.