Ia 83 over Bedell Creek
GoodPottawattamie County, Iowa · 1.8 Mi. E of Jct. U.S. 59 · Structure no. 000000000043731
- Built
- 2000
- 25 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 790
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 83 over Bedell Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ia 83 over Bedell Creek in Pottawattamie County, Iowa. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 790 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 790 by 2044. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 83 over Bedell Creek built?
It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 83 over Bedell Creek 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 2024.
How much traffic does Ia 83 over Bedell Creek carry?
About 790 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is Ia 83 over Bedell Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Ia 83 over Bedell Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.