NE 27th Ave over East Four Mile Creek
GoodPolk County, Iowa · 079232603 · Structure no. 000000000281311
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 42 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,608
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
NE 27th Ave over East Four Mile Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NE 27th Ave over East Four Mile Creek in Polk County, Iowa. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 2,608 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,608 by 2043. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NE 27th Ave over East Four Mile Creek built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is NE 27th Ave over East Four Mile 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does NE 27th Ave over East Four Mile Creek carry?
About 2,608 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is NE 27th Ave over East Four Mile Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns NE 27th Ave over East Four Mile Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.