Ia 5 SB over South River
GoodWarren County, Iowa · 0.2 Mi. N of Jct. SR S31 · Structure no. 000000000050995
- Built
- 2000
- 25 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 388 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,300
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 5 SB over South River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ia 5 SB over South River in Warren County, Iowa. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 4,300 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,300 by 2044. The structure is 388 ft (118.3 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 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 Ia 5 SB over South River built?
It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 5 SB over South 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Ia 5 SB over South River carry?
About 4,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Ia 5 SB over South River?
The structure is 388 ft (118.3 m) long with a longest span of 150 ft (45.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns Ia 5 SB over South River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.