US 151 over Branch Clear Creek
FairIowa County, Iowa · 2.6 Mi. S of S Jct. US 6 · Structure no. 000000000605605
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 36 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,510
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 151 over Branch Clear Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 151 over Branch Clear Creek in Iowa County, Iowa. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger 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 1,510 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,510 by 2044. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 151 over Branch Clear Creek built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 151 over Branch Clear 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US 151 over Branch Clear Creek carry?
About 1,510 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 151 over Branch Clear Creek?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 151 over Branch Clear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.