NW Morningstar DR over Desmoines River Tributar

Good Condition52 years old3,491 vehicles/day

Location

StateIowa
CountyPolk
Location079242204
CarriesNW Morningstar DR
CrossesDesmoines River Tributar
Coordinates41.64352, -93.63811

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete Continuous
DesignSlab
Total Length115.2 ft (35.1 m)
Max Span44.0 ft (13.4 m)
Deck Width32.2 ft (9.8 m)
Deck Area344.0 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1974

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,491 (2023)
Truck Traffic3%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection323
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000281440

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