SB US 59 over I-80
GoodPottawattamie County, Iowa · At Jct. I-80 · Structure no. 000000000043480
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 239 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,850
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SB US 59 over I-80 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SB US 59 over I-80 in Pottawattamie County, Iowa. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older 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 2,850 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,850 by 2044. The structure is 239 ft (72.8 m) long and 36 ft wide.
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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SB US 59 over I-80 built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is SB US 59 over I-80 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does SB US 59 over I-80 carry?
About 2,850 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is SB US 59 over I-80?
The structure is 239 ft (72.8 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns SB US 59 over I-80?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.