Local over Branch Middle River
FairWarren County, Iowa · 077242503 · Structure no. 000000000335321
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 103
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Local over Branch Middle River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Local over Branch Middle River in Warren County, Iowa. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 103 vehicles a day, projected to reach 103 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 Middle River built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is Local over Branch Middle River 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Local over Branch Middle River carry?
About 103 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Local over Branch Middle River?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns Local over Branch Middle River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.