US 18 & Ia 346 over U.S. 63
GoodChickasaw County, Iowa · At E Jct. U.S. 63 · Structure no. 000000000606925
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 274 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,130
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 18 & Ia 346 over U.S. 63 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 18 & Ia 346 over U.S. 63 in Chickasaw County, Iowa. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 4,130 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,130 by 2044. The structure is 274 ft (83.5 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 US 18 & Ia 346 over U.S. 63 built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 18 & Ia 346 over U.S. 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US 18 & Ia 346 over U.S. 63 carry?
About 4,130 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 18 & Ia 346 over U.S. 63?
The structure is 274 ft (83.5 m) long with a longest span of 121 ft (36.9 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.
Who owns US 18 & Ia 346 over U.S. 63?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.