US 218 SB over E Fork Crooked Creek
FairWashington County, Iowa · 1.1 Mi. S of Jct. SR G62 · Structure no. 000000000051471
- Built
- 2014
- 11 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 197 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 218 SB over E Fork Crooked Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 218 SB over E Fork Crooked Creek in Washington County, Iowa. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 6,500 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,500 by 2044. The structure is 197 ft (60 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 218 SB over E Fork Crooked Creek built?
It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 218 SB over E Fork Crooked 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does US 218 SB over E Fork Crooked Creek carry?
About 6,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US 218 SB over E Fork Crooked Creek?
The structure is 197 ft (60 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 218 SB over E Fork Crooked Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.