EB I-80 over Over NE 29th ST
FairPolk County, Iowa · 0.7 Mi. E of E Jct. I-35 · Structure no. 000000000041950
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 285 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 45,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
EB I-80 over Over NE 29th ST is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying EB I-80 over Over NE 29th ST in Polk County, Iowa. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 66 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 45,300 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,300 by 2043. The structure is 285 ft (86.9 m) long and 59 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 EB I-80 over Over NE 29th ST built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is EB I-80 over Over NE 29th ST 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does EB I-80 over Over NE 29th ST carry?
About 45,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is EB I-80 over Over NE 29th ST?
The structure is 285 ft (86.9 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns EB I-80 over Over NE 29th ST?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.