Ia 12 over Dry Creek
GoodSioux County, Iowa · 0.4 Mi. S of Ia 10 · Structure no. 000000000048580
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 127 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,580
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 12 over Dry Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Ia 12 over Dry Creek in Sioux County, Iowa. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, older 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 2,580 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,580 by 2043. The structure is 127 ft (38.7 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 12 over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 12 over Dry Creek 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 2024.
How much traffic does Ia 12 over Dry Creek carry?
About 2,580 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is Ia 12 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 127 ft (38.7 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns Ia 12 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.