Ia 2 over East Fork Grand River
FairRinggold County, Iowa · 2.9 Mi. E of E Jct. US169 · Structure no. 000000000046401
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 159 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,750
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 2 over East Fork Grand River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ia 2 over East Fork Grand River in Ringgold County, Iowa. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 1,750 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,750 by 2043. The structure is 159 ft (48.5 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 2 over East Fork Grand River built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 2 over East Fork Grand River 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Ia 2 over East Fork Grand River carry?
About 1,750 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is Ia 2 over East Fork Grand River?
The structure is 159 ft (48.5 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns Ia 2 over East Fork Grand River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.