NW 54th Ave over Saylor Creek
GoodPolk County, Iowa · 079241501 · Structure no. 000000000281421
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 47 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 974
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
NW 54th Ave over Saylor Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NW 54th Ave over Saylor Creek 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 974 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 974 by 2043. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NW 54th Ave over Saylor Creek built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is NW 54th Ave over Saylor 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 NW 54th Ave over Saylor Creek carry?
About 974 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is NW 54th Ave over Saylor Creek?
The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns NW 54th Ave over Saylor Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.