Mcpherson Ave over Stream
FairPottawattamie County, Iowa · 075422007 · Structure no. 000000000286565
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 240
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mcpherson Ave over Stream is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mcpherson Ave over Stream in Pottawattamie County, Iowa. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 years old, older 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 240 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 240 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mcpherson Ave over Stream built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mcpherson Ave over Stream 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Mcpherson Ave over Stream carry?
About 240 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Mcpherson Ave over Stream?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Mcpherson Ave over Stream?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.