US Bridges

140th ST over Mcelhaney Creek

Good

Woodbury County, Iowa · 089442701 · Structure no. 000000000355031

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
142 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
45
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

140th ST over Mcelhaney Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 140th ST over Mcelhaney Creek in Woodbury County, Iowa. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 45 vehicles a day, projected to reach 45 by 2044. The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Carries140th ST
CrossesMcelhaney Creek
Location089442701
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateIowa
Coordinates42.50394, -96.03112
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating94 US tons
Inventory rating40.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length142 ft (43.3 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.5 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.1 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic45 (2022)
Projected traffic45 by 2044
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 140th ST over Mcelhaney Creek built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is 140th ST over Mcelhaney 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does 140th ST over Mcelhaney Creek carry?

About 45 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is 140th ST over Mcelhaney Creek?

The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns 140th ST over Mcelhaney Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.