University AVE over Black Hawk Creek

Fair Condition71 years old3,402 vehicles/day

Location

StateIowa
CountyBlack Hawk
Location0.4 Mi. W Of Jct. U.s. 63
CarriesUniversity AVE
CrossesBlack Hawk Creek
Coordinates42.49600, -92.36316

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length321.9 ft (98.1 m)
Max Span69.9 ft (21.3 m)
Deck Width86.3 ft (26.3 m)
Deck Area2580.0 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built1955 (reconstructed 1971)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,402 (2023)
Truck Traffic1%
Lanes On Bridge6

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection623
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000014880

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