Old HWY 59 over W Fork W Nish River
GoodShelby County, Iowa · 081392406 · Structure no. 000000000307696
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 287 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 300
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old HWY 59 over W Fork W Nish River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Old HWY 59 over W Fork W Nish River in Shelby County, Iowa. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 300 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 300 by 2044. The structure is 287 ft (87.5 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old HWY 59 over W Fork W Nish River built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old HWY 59 over W Fork W Nish 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Old HWY 59 over W Fork W Nish River carry?
About 300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is Old HWY 59 over W Fork W Nish River?
The structure is 287 ft (87.5 m) long with a longest span of 112 ft (34.1 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Old HWY 59 over W Fork W Nish River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.