Old US 61 over Deep Creek
GoodClinton County, Iowa · 083E33206 · Structure no. 000000000020920
- Built
- 1926
- 99 years old, rebuilt 1960
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 61 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 30
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old US 61 over Deep Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Old US 61 over Deep Creek in Clinton County, Iowa. It was built in 1926 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 99 years old, older 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 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30 by 2044. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Old US 61 over Deep Creek built?
It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.
What condition is Old US 61 over Deep Creek 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 Old US 61 over Deep Creek carry?
About 30 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Old US 61 over Deep Creek?
The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Old US 61 over Deep Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.