US 169 over Bass Creek
PoorWebster County, Iowa · 0.6 Mi. S of Jct. SR C56 · Structure no. 000000000052250
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 112 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,680
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 169 over Bass Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 169 over Bass Creek in Webster County, Iowa. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older 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 4,680 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,680 by 2043. The structure is 112 ft (34.1 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 169 over Bass Creek built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 169 over Bass Creek 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US 169 over Bass Creek carry?
About 4,680 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US 169 over Bass Creek?
The structure is 112 ft (34.1 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns US 169 over Bass Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.