Ia 10 over Orange City Slough
FairSioux County, Iowa · 4.5 Mi. E of US 75 · Structure no. 000000000048531
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 78 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,060
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 10 over Orange City Slough is a concrete continuous slab carrying Ia 10 over Orange City Slough in Sioux County, Iowa. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 4,060 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,060 by 2044. The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 10 over Orange City Slough built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 10 over Orange City Slough 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Ia 10 over Orange City Slough carry?
About 4,060 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Ia 10 over Orange City Slough?
The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns Ia 10 over Orange City Slough?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.