US Bridges

Ia 210 over Indian Creek

Good

Story County, Iowa · 0.2 Mile East of SR S27 · Structure no. 000000000049051

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
194 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,660
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ia 210 over Indian Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ia 210 over Indian Creek in Story County, Iowa. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 1,660 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,660 by 2044. The structure is 194 ft (59.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesIa 210
CrossesIndian Creek
Location0.2 Mile East of SR S27
RouteState Highway 210
StateIowa
Coordinates41.88008, -93.40604
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating86.2 US tons
Inventory rating49.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length194 ft (59.1 m)
Longest span67 ft (20.4 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width39 ft (12 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,660 (2022)
Projected traffic1,660 by 2044
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ia 210 over Indian Creek built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ia 210 over Indian 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Ia 210 over Indian Creek carry?

About 1,660 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Ia 210 over Indian Creek?

The structure is 194 ft (59.1 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Ia 210 over Indian Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.