US Bridges

135th ST over Jackson Creek

Good

Wayne County, Iowa · 069213002 · Structure no. 000000000339991

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
80
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

135th ST over Jackson Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying 135th ST over Jackson Creek in Wayne County, Iowa. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 80 vehicles a day, projected to reach 80 by 2043. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Carries135th ST
CrossesJackson Creek
Location069213002
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateIowa
Coordinates40.73903, -93.32184
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating74.3 US tons
Inventory rating57.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic80 (2022)
Projected traffic80 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 135th ST over Jackson Creek built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is 135th ST over Jackson 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does 135th ST over Jackson Creek carry?

About 80 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is 135th ST over Jackson Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns 135th ST over Jackson Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.