US 69 over Iowa River
FairWright County, Iowa · 1.4 Mi. S of S JCT SR C20 · Structure no. 000000000054310
- Built
- 1933
- 92 years old, rebuilt 1968
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 216 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,210
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 69 over Iowa River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 69 over Iowa River in Wright County, Iowa. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 1968, so it is 92 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 3,210 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,210 by 2044. The structure is 216 ft (65.8 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 69 over Iowa River built?
It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1968.
What condition is US 69 over Iowa River 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does US 69 over Iowa River carry?
About 3,210 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 69 over Iowa River?
The structure is 216 ft (65.8 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.
Who owns US 69 over Iowa River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.