US 61 over Otter Creek
FairDubuque County, Iowa · 0.3 Mi. N of Jct. SR D55 · Structure no. 000000000605965
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 61 over Otter Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 61 over Otter Creek in Dubuque County, Iowa. It was built in 1967 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 58 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 9,000 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,000 by 2044. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 61 over Otter Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is US 61 over Otter 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 61 over Otter Creek carry?
About 9,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US 61 over Otter Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 61 over Otter Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.