NE 118th Ave over Skunk River
GoodPolk County, Iowa · 080220505 · Structure no. 000000000282631
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 328 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 45
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
NE 118th Ave over Skunk River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying NE 118th Ave over Skunk River in Polk County, Iowa. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 45 vehicles a day, projected to reach 45 by 2044. The structure is 328 ft (100 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NE 118th Ave over Skunk River built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is NE 118th Ave over Skunk River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does NE 118th Ave over Skunk River carry?
About 45 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is NE 118th Ave over Skunk River?
The structure is 328 ft (100 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns NE 118th Ave over Skunk River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.