US 61 SB over Bluff RD
GoodLee County, Iowa · 1.0 Mi. N of Jct. Iowa 2 · Structure no. 000000000609575
- Built
- 2011
- 14 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 303 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,435
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 61 SB over Bluff RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 61 SB over Bluff RD in Lee County, Iowa. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 years old, younger 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 2,435 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,435 by 2044. The structure is 303 ft (92.4 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 61 SB over Bluff RD built?
It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 61 SB over Bluff RD 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 US 61 SB over Bluff RD carry?
About 2,435 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 61 SB over Bluff RD?
The structure is 303 ft (92.4 m) long with a longest span of 122 ft (37.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 61 SB over Bluff RD?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.