E Hawkeye Ave over Des Moines River
PoorWebster County, Iowa · 089281900 · Structure no. 000000000005051
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 436 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,875
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
E Hawkeye Ave over Des Moines River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying E Hawkeye Ave over Des Moines River in Webster County, Iowa. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 6,875 vehicles a day, projected to reach 6,875 by 2044. The structure is 436 ft (132.9 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was E Hawkeye Ave over Des Moines River built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is E Hawkeye Ave over Des Moines River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does E Hawkeye Ave over Des Moines River carry?
About 6,875 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is E Hawkeye Ave over Des Moines River?
The structure is 436 ft (132.9 m) long with a longest span of 86 ft (26.2 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns E Hawkeye Ave over Des Moines River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.