Irish ST over Otter Creek
GoodTama County, Iowa · 082131701 · Structure no. 000000000001871
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2022
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 176 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 360
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Irish ST over Otter Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Irish ST over Otter Creek in Tama County, Iowa. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 360 vehicles a day, projected to reach 360 by 2043. The structure is 176 ft (53.6 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Irish ST over Otter Creek built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is Irish ST over Otter 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 September 2022.
How much traffic does Irish ST over Otter Creek carry?
About 360 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Irish ST over Otter Creek?
The structure is 176 ft (53.6 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Irish ST over Otter Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.