South Main ST over U.S. 61
FairJackson County, Iowa · At Jct. U.S. 61 · Structure no. 000000000606395
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 283 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,211
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
South Main ST over U.S. 61 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying South Main ST over U.S. 61 in Jackson County, Iowa. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 3,211 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,211 by 2044. The structure is 283 ft (86.3 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 | 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 South Main ST over U.S. 61 built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is South Main ST over U.S. 61 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 South Main ST over U.S. 61 carry?
About 3,211 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is South Main ST over U.S. 61?
The structure is 283 ft (86.3 m) long with a longest span of 97 ft (29.6 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns South Main ST over U.S. 61?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.