US Bridges

US 69 over Iowa River Overflow

Good

Wright County, Iowa · 0.8 Mi. N of N JCT SR C25 · Structure no. 000000000700250

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,970
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 69 over Iowa River Overflow is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 69 over Iowa River Overflow in Wright County, Iowa. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 2,970 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,970 by 2042. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 69
CrossesIowa River Overflow
Location0.8 Mi. N of N JCT SR C25
RouteU.S. Route 69
StateIowa
Coordinates42.81766, -93.61705
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 2023
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 rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,970 (2022)
Projected traffic2,970 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 US 69 over Iowa River Overflow built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 69 over Iowa River Overflow 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 2023.

How much traffic does US 69 over Iowa River Overflow carry?

About 2,970 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US 69 over Iowa River Overflow?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US 69 over Iowa River Overflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.