Fourth ST over Salt Creek
GoodTama County, Iowa · 084131901 · Structure no. 000000000002416
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 163 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Fourth ST over Salt Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Fourth ST over Salt Creek in Tama County, Iowa. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 100 by 2043. The structure is 163 ft (49.7 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Fourth ST over Salt Creek built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is Fourth ST over Salt 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 Fourth ST over Salt Creek carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Fourth ST over Salt Creek?
The structure is 163 ft (49.7 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.6 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Fourth ST over Salt Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.