Local over Branch of Richland Creek
GoodTama County, Iowa · 082142005 · Structure no. 000000000316800
- Built
- 1945
- 80 years old, rebuilt 2009
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 36 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Local over Branch of Richland Creek is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Local over Branch of Richland Creek in Tama County, Iowa. It was built in 1945 and reconstructed in 2009, so it is 80 years old, older 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 5 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5 by 2044. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 | 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 Local over Branch of Richland Creek built?
It was built in 1945, making it 80 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2009.
What condition is Local over Branch of Richland 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Local over Branch of Richland Creek carry?
About 5 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Local over Branch of Richland Creek?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.
Who owns Local over Branch of Richland Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.