Ia 2 over Des Moines River
GoodVan Buren County, Iowa · 0.2 Mi. E of Jct. Ia 81 · Structure no. 000000000050271
- Built
- 2012
- 13 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 796 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,440
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 2 over Des Moines River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ia 2 over Des Moines River in Van Buren County, Iowa. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 1,440 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,440 by 2044. The structure is 796 ft (242.7 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 2 over Des Moines River built?
It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 2 over Des Moines River 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 Ia 2 over Des Moines River carry?
About 1,440 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is Ia 2 over Des Moines River?
The structure is 796 ft (242.7 m) long with a longest span of 141 ft (43.1 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns Ia 2 over Des Moines River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.