US 63 over E. Fk Wapsipinicon River
FairChickasaw County, Iowa · 2.1 Mi. N of Jct. US #18 · Structure no. 000000000019780
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 183 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,280
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 63 over E. Fk Wapsipinicon River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 63 over E. Fk Wapsipinicon River in Chickasaw County, Iowa. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 5 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 4,280 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,280 by 2042. The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 63 over E. Fk Wapsipinicon River built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 63 over E. Fk Wapsipinicon River 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 63 over E. Fk Wapsipinicon River carry?
About 4,280 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is US 63 over E. Fk Wapsipinicon River?
The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns US 63 over E. Fk Wapsipinicon River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.