Observatory AVE over US 218

Fair Condition46 years old1,580 vehicles/day

Location

StateIowa
CountyJohnson
LocationAt Hills Ia Interchange
CarriesObservatory AVE
CrossesUS 218
Coordinates41.55448, -91.54514

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length262.1 ft (79.9 m)
Max Span91.9 ft (28 m)
Deck Width47.2 ft (14.4 m)
Deck Area1150.6 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built1980

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,580 (2022)
Truck Traffic10%
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection723
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000604605

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