650th Ave over Rupple Creek
FairStory County, Iowa · 082221014 · Structure no. 000000000313720
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,228
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
650th Ave over Rupple Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying 650th Ave over Rupple Creek in Story County, Iowa. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 1,228 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,228 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 650th Ave over Rupple Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is 650th Ave over Rupple Creek 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does 650th Ave over Rupple Creek carry?
About 1,228 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is 650th Ave over Rupple Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns 650th Ave over Rupple Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.