NE 36th over Otter Creek
GoodPolk County, Iowa · 080230700 · Structure no. 000000000361980
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,694
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
NE 36th over Otter Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying NE 36th over Otter Creek in Polk County, Iowa. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 6,694 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,694 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 36th over Otter Creek built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is NE 36th over Otter 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does NE 36th over Otter Creek carry?
About 6,694 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is NE 36th over Otter Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns NE 36th over Otter Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.