US Bridges

Mlk Jr Pkwy E/W over NB Fleur Ramp

Good

Polk County, Iowa · 078240800 · Structure no. 000000000504750

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
124 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,253
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mlk Jr Pkwy E/W over NB Fleur Ramp is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mlk Jr Pkwy E/W over NB Fleur Ramp in Polk County, Iowa. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 7,253 vehicles a day, projected to reach 7,253 by 2043. The structure is 124 ft (37.8 m) long and 83 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesMlk Jr Pkwy E/W
CrossesNB Fleur Ramp
Location078240800
RouteCity Street 0
StateIowa
Coordinates41.58004, -93.64371
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating88.5 US tons
Inventory rating52.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length124 ft (37.8 m)
Longest span119 ft (36.3 m)
Deck width83 ft (25.4 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,253 (2022)
Projected traffic7,253 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mlk Jr Pkwy E/W over NB Fleur Ramp built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mlk Jr Pkwy E/W over NB Fleur Ramp 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Mlk Jr Pkwy E/W over NB Fleur Ramp carry?

About 7,253 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Mlk Jr Pkwy E/W over NB Fleur Ramp?

The structure is 124 ft (37.8 m) long with a longest span of 119 ft (36.3 m) and a deck 83 ft wide.

Who owns Mlk Jr Pkwy E/W over NB Fleur Ramp?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.