US Bridges

US 69 over Lime Creek

Fair

Winnebago County, Iowa · 1.2 Mi. N of SR R60 · Structure no. 000000000052460

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 1967
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
62 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,970
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 69 over Lime Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 69 over Lime Creek in Winnebago County, Iowa. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1967, so it is 94 years old, older 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 5 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 1,970 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,970 by 2044. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesUS 69
CrossesLime Creek
Location1.2 Mi. N of SR R60
RouteU.S. Route 69
StateIowa
Coordinates43.41542, -93.59402
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating72.9 US tons
Inventory rating28.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length62 ft (18.9 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,970 (2022)
Projected traffic1,970 by 2044
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 69 over Lime Creek built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1967.

What condition is US 69 over Lime 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 69 over Lime Creek carry?

About 1,970 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 69 over Lime Creek?

The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns US 69 over Lime Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.