Local over Dutch Branch
FairShelby County, Iowa · 078391303 · Structure no. 000000000304560
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 34
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Local over Dutch Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Local over Dutch Branch in Shelby County, Iowa. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 34 vehicles a day, projected to reach 34 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Local over Dutch Branch built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is Local over Dutch Branch 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Local over Dutch Branch carry?
About 34 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Local over Dutch Branch?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Local over Dutch Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.