Ia 83 over Natural Creek
FairPottawattamie County, Iowa · 0.8 Mi. E of Jct. U.S. 59 · Structure no. 000000000043711
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 155 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 790
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 83 over Natural Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ia 83 over Natural Creek in Pottawattamie County, Iowa. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 790 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 790 by 2042. The structure is 155 ft (47.2 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 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 Ia 83 over Natural Creek built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 83 over Natural 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Ia 83 over Natural Creek carry?
About 790 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is Ia 83 over Natural Creek?
The structure is 155 ft (47.2 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns Ia 83 over Natural Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.