Ia 3 over Big Sioux River

Good Condition16 years old1,570 vehicles/day

Location

StateIowa
CountyPlymouth
Location1.5 Mi. W Of W Jct. Ia 12
CarriesIa 3
CrossesBig Sioux River
Coordinates42.76179, -96.63263

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure8 (Very Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length505.9 ft (154.2 m)
Max Span122.0 ft (37.2 m)
Deck Width43.3 ft (13.2 m)
Deck Area2035.4 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built2010

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,570 (2022)
Truck Traffic29%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000039651

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