Ia 1 & Ia 78 over Honey Creek
GoodWashington County, Iowa · 0.7 Mi. W of SR W-21 · Structure no. 000000000051591
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 103 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,520
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 1 & Ia 78 over Honey Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Ia 1 & Ia 78 over Honey Creek in Washington County, Iowa. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 1,520 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,520 by 2044. The structure is 103 ft (31.4 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 1 & Ia 78 over Honey Creek built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 1 & Ia 78 over Honey Creek 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 1 & Ia 78 over Honey Creek carry?
About 1,520 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is Ia 1 & Ia 78 over Honey Creek?
The structure is 103 ft (31.4 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns Ia 1 & Ia 78 over Honey Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.