42nd ST SW over I-235
Good Condition23 years old11,600 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Iowa |
| County | Polk |
| Location | 1.5 Mi East Of Jct Ia 28 |
| Carries | 42nd ST SW |
| Crosses | I-235 |
| Coordinates | 41.59096, -93.67438 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Good |
| Deck | 7 (Good) |
| Superstructure | 8 (Very Good) |
| Substructure | 8 (Very Good) |
| Scour Critical | Not applicable |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Prestressed Concrete |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 219.2 ft (66.8 m) |
| Max Span | 115.2 ft (35.1 m) |
| Deck Width | 73.8 ft (22.5 m) |
| Deck Area | 1,503 sq m |
| Main Spans | 2 |
| Year Built | 2003 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 11,600 (2022) |
| Truck Traffic | 3% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 3 |
| Lanes Under Bridge | 9 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | December 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 000000000042361 |