US Bridges

Ia 3 over Little Eagle Creek

Good

Wright County, Iowa · 2.9 Mi. W of SR R-38 · Structure no. 000000000054371

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,450
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ia 3 over Little Eagle Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Ia 3 over Little Eagle Creek in Wright County, Iowa. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,450 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,450 by 2044. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesIa 3
CrossesLittle Eagle Creek
Location2.9 Mi. W of SR R-38
RouteState Highway 3
StateIowa
Coordinates42.73171, -93.79377
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55.7 US tons
Inventory rating43.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length22 ft (6.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,450 (2022)
Projected traffic3,450 by 2044
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ia 3 over Little Eagle Creek built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ia 3 over Little Eagle 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Ia 3 over Little Eagle Creek carry?

About 3,450 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is Ia 3 over Little Eagle Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Ia 3 over Little Eagle Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.