3rd ST SW over Bear Creek
FairDubuque County, Iowa · 3rd ST SW - Bear Creek · Structure no. 000000000004340
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 125 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,333
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
3rd ST SW over Bear Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying 3rd ST SW over Bear Creek in Dubuque County, Iowa. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 2,333 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,333 by 2044. The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long and 36 ft wide.
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 3rd ST SW over Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is 3rd ST SW over Bear 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does 3rd ST SW over Bear Creek carry?
About 2,333 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is 3rd ST SW over Bear Creek?
The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns 3rd ST SW over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.