US 59 over Jim Creek
FairPottawattamie County, Iowa · 3.5 Mi. S of Jct. Ia 83 · Structure no. 000000000043441
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,520
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 59 over Jim Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 59 over Jim Creek in Pottawattamie 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 6 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 1,520 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,520 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 59 over Jim Creek built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 59 over Jim 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US 59 over Jim Creek carry?
About 1,520 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is US 59 over Jim Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US 59 over Jim Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.