US 63 over Spring Creek
FairChickasaw County, Iowa · 2.7 Mi. S of Jct. SR B17 · Structure no. 000000000019790
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 73 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,280
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 63 over Spring Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 63 over Spring Creek in Chickasaw County, Iowa. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 4,280 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,280 by 2044. The structure is 73 ft (22.3 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 63 over Spring Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 63 over Spring Creek 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 over Spring Creek carry?
About 4,280 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is US 63 over Spring Creek?
The structure is 73 ft (22.3 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 63 over Spring Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.