IRR Local over Branch of Richland Creek
PoorPosted for loadTama County, Iowa · 082152001 · Structure no. 000000000317050
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 27 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 29
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
IRR Local over Branch of Richland Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IRR Local over Branch of Richland Creek in Tama County, Iowa. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 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 3 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 29 vehicles a day, projected to reach 29 by 2044. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR Local over Branch of Richland Creek built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR Local over Branch of Richland 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does IRR Local over Branch of Richland Creek carry?
About 29 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is IRR Local over Branch of Richland Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.
Who owns IRR Local over Branch of Richland Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.