US 71 over Longs Branch

Good Condition56 years old1,390 vehicles/day

Location

StateIowa
CountyMontgomery
Location1.8 Mi. N Of N Jct SR H34
CarriesUS 71
CrossesLongs Branch
Coordinates41.03949, -94.98501

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure8 (Very Good)
Substructure8 (Very Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length163.1 ft (49.7 m)
Max Span65.0 ft (19.8 m)
Deck Width47.2 ft (14.4 m)
Deck Area715.7 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1970

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,390 (2022)
Truck Traffic22%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionDecember 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000037641

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