US 218 over Whiskey Run Creek
FairWashington County, Iowa · 0.5 Mi. N of Jct. SR G-36 · Structure no. 000000000605570
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old, rebuilt 1998
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,900
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 218 over Whiskey Run Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 218 over Whiskey Run Creek in Washington County, Iowa. It was built in 1984 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 41 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 14,900 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,900 by 2043. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 US 218 over Whiskey Run Creek built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.
What condition is US 218 over Whiskey Run 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US 218 over Whiskey Run Creek carry?
About 14,900 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 218 over Whiskey Run Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 218 over Whiskey Run Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.