Indianola RD over Yeader Creek
FairPolk County, Iowa · 078242302 · Structure no. 000000000502771
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 57 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,570
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Indianola RD over Yeader Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Indianola RD over Yeader Creek in Polk County, Iowa. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 8,570 vehicles a day, projected to reach 8,570 by 2043. The structure is 57 ft (17.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Indianola RD over Yeader Creek built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is Indianola RD over Yeader Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does Indianola RD over Yeader Creek carry?
About 8,570 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Indianola RD over Yeader Creek?
The structure is 57 ft (17.5 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).
Who owns Indianola RD over Yeader Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.