Local over Branch Deer Creek
FairTama County, Iowa · 084162201 · Structure no. 000000000319331
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 20 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 59
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Local over Branch Deer Creek is a steel culvert carrying Local over Branch Deer Creek in Tama County, Iowa. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 59 vehicles a day, projected to reach 59 by 2044. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Local over Branch Deer Creek built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is Local over Branch Deer Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does Local over Branch Deer Creek carry?
About 59 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Local over Branch Deer Creek?
The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns Local over Branch Deer Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.