US 65 over Caleb Creek
GoodWayne County, Iowa · 2.0 Mi. S. of Co. Rd. J46 · Structure no. 000000000051901
- Built
- 2023
- 2 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 197 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,240
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 65 over Caleb Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 65 over Caleb Creek in Wayne County, Iowa. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 1,240 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,240 by 2044. The structure is 197 ft (60 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 65 over Caleb Creek built?
It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 65 over Caleb 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 65 over Caleb Creek carry?
About 1,240 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 65 over Caleb Creek?
The structure is 197 ft (60 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 65 over Caleb Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.