I 35 over Broad Horn Creek
FairWarren County, Iowa · 1.0 Mi. N of SR G-64 · Structure no. 000000000051250
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 50 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 35 over Broad Horn Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I 35 over Broad Horn Creek in Warren County, Iowa. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 years old, older 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 21,000 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,000 by 2044. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 I 35 over Broad Horn Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 35 over Broad Horn 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does I 35 over Broad Horn Creek carry?
About 21,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is I 35 over Broad Horn Creek?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).
Who owns I 35 over Broad Horn Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.