Local over Smith Creek
GoodWashington County, Iowa · 077092602 · Structure no. 000000000338021
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 98 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Local over Smith Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Local over Smith Creek in Washington County, Iowa. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2043. The structure is 98 ft (29.9 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Local over Smith Creek built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is Local over Smith 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does Local over Smith Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Local over Smith Creek?
The structure is 98 ft (29.9 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Local over Smith Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.