US Bridges

Elm ST over Canadian Pacific RR

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Scott County, Iowa · 600 Ft E. of Eastern Ave · Structure no. 000000000003061

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
241 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
3,057
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Elm ST over Canadian Pacific RR is a concrete continuous slab carrying Elm ST over Canadian Pacific RR in Scott 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,057 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,057 by 2043. The structure is 241 ft (73.5 m) long and 440 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesElm ST
CrossesCanadian Pacific RR
Location600 Ft E. of Eastern Ave
RouteCity Street 0
CountyScott County
StateIowa
Coordinates41.5415, -90.54985
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68.6 US tons
Inventory rating52.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHL 93
Structure length241 ft (73.5 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width440 ft (134.1 m)
Roadway width300 ft (91.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,057 (2022)
Projected traffic3,057 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Elm ST over Canadian Pacific RR built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is Elm ST over Canadian Pacific RR 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Elm ST over Canadian Pacific RR carry?

About 3,057 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Elm ST over Canadian Pacific RR?

The structure is 241 ft (73.5 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 440 ft wide.

Who owns Elm ST over Canadian Pacific RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.