Valley West DR over I 235
GoodPolk County, Iowa · 1.3 MI E of W JCT 80/35 · Structure no. 000000000042181
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 242 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,664
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Valley West DR over I 235 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Valley West DR over I 235 in Polk County, Iowa. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 8,664 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,664 by 2044. The structure is 242 ft (73.8 m) long and 107 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Valley West DR over I 235 built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is Valley West DR over I 235 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Valley West DR over I 235 carry?
About 8,664 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Valley West DR over I 235?
The structure is 242 ft (73.8 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 107 ft wide.
Who owns Valley West DR over I 235?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.