140th ST over East Br Indian Creek
PoorPosted for loadStory County, Iowa · 085222901 · Structure no. 000000000316040
- Built
- 1924
- 101 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 34 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
140th ST over East Br Indian Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 140th ST over East Br Indian Creek in Story County, Iowa. It was built in 1924, so it is 101 years old, older than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.
It carries about 5 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5 by 2043. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 140th ST over East Br Indian Creek built?
It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025.
What condition is 140th ST over East Br Indian Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in November 2022.
How much traffic does 140th ST over East Br Indian Creek carry?
About 5 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is 140th ST over East Br Indian Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.
Who owns 140th ST over East Br Indian Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.