NW Morningstar DR over Desmoines River Tributar
GoodPolk County, Iowa · 079242206 · Structure no. 000000000281450
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 115 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,755
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
NW Morningstar DR over Desmoines River Tributar is a concrete continuous slab carrying NW Morningstar DR over Desmoines River Tributar in Polk County, Iowa. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, older 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 3,755 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,755 by 2043. The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NW Morningstar DR over Desmoines River Tributar built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is NW Morningstar DR over Desmoines River Tributar 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 Morningstar DR over Desmoines River Tributar carry?
About 3,755 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is NW Morningstar DR over Desmoines River Tributar?
The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns NW Morningstar DR over Desmoines River Tributar?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.