SB US 65 over East Oakwood Drive
GoodPolk County, Iowa · 0.4 Miles S of JCT Ia 163 · Structure no. 000000000606840
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 171 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,450
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SB US 65 over East Oakwood Drive is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SB US 65 over East Oakwood Drive in Polk County, Iowa. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 8,450 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,450 by 2043. The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SB US 65 over East Oakwood Drive built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is SB US 65 over East Oakwood Drive 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does SB US 65 over East Oakwood Drive carry?
About 8,450 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is SB US 65 over East Oakwood Drive?
The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long with a longest span of 87 ft (26.5 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns SB US 65 over East Oakwood Drive?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.