Elm Ave over Creek
GoodWashington County, Iowa · 074092306 · Structure no. 000000000364955
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 120
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Elm Ave over Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Elm Ave over Creek in Washington County, Iowa. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 120 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 120 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Elm Ave over Creek built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is Elm Ave over 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 2024.
How much traffic does Elm Ave over Creek carry?
About 120 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is Elm Ave over Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Elm Ave over Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.