WB US 20 over Little Whiskey Creek
FairWoodbury County, Iowa · 3.4 Mi. W of SR K42 · Structure no. 000000000052860
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2022
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 122 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
WB US 20 over Little Whiskey Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying WB US 20 over Little Whiskey Creek in Woodbury County, Iowa. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 6,500 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,500 by 2042. The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 WB US 20 over Little Whiskey Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is WB US 20 over Little Whiskey 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 December 2022.
How much traffic does WB US 20 over Little Whiskey Creek carry?
About 6,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is WB US 20 over Little Whiskey Creek?
The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns WB US 20 over Little Whiskey Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.