US 169 over Middle Fork Grand River
GoodRinggold County, Iowa · 5.3 Mi. S of S Jct. Ia 2 · Structure no. 000000000046261
- Built
- 2021
- 4 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 138 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 169 over Middle Fork Grand River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 169 over Middle Fork Grand River in Ringgold County, Iowa. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 500 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 500 by 2043. The structure is 138 ft (42.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 169 over Middle Fork Grand River built?
It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 169 over Middle Fork Grand River 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 2023.
How much traffic does US 169 over Middle Fork Grand River carry?
About 500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 169 over Middle Fork Grand River?
The structure is 138 ft (42.1 m) long with a longest span of 135 ft (41.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 169 over Middle Fork Grand River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.