US 69 over Iowa River
FairWright County, Iowa · 0.2 Mi. S of Jct. SR C20 · Structure no. 000000000054321
- Built
- 2022
- 3 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 312 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,020
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 69 over Iowa River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 69 over Iowa River in Wright County, Iowa. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 years old, younger 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 6 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 3,020 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,020 by 2044. The structure is 312 ft (95.1 m) long and 47 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 69 over Iowa River built?
It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.
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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 69 over Iowa River carry?
About 3,020 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 69 over Iowa River?
The structure is 312 ft (95.1 m) long with a longest span of 81 ft (24.8 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 69 over Iowa River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.