Ia 3 over US 63
GoodBremer County, Iowa · Iowa 3 over US 63 · Structure no. 000000000608085
- Built
- 2011
- 14 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 229 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,490
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ia 3 over US 63 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ia 3 over US 63 in Bremer County, Iowa. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 years old, younger than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 3,490 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,490 by 2042. The structure is 229 ft (69.9 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ia 3 over US 63 built?
It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ia 3 over US 63 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in November 2023.
How much traffic does Ia 3 over US 63 carry?
About 3,490 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Ia 3 over US 63?
The structure is 229 ft (69.9 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.
Who owns Ia 3 over US 63?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.