US 63 NB over Over Abandon RR
FairBremer County, Iowa · 1.0 Mi. S of Jct. Ia 3 · Structure no. 000000000015451
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 171 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,700
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 63 NB over Over Abandon RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 63 NB over Over Abandon RR in Bremer County, Iowa. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 years old, older than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 8,700 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,700 by 2044. The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 63 NB over Over Abandon RR built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 63 NB over Over Abandon RR in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does US 63 NB over Over Abandon RR carry?
About 8,700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 63 NB over Over Abandon RR?
The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 63 NB over Over Abandon RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.