US 61 over Honey Creek
GoodLouisa County, Iowa · 0.1 Mi. N of Jct. SR H16 · Structure no. 000000000033941
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 179 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,420
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 61 over Honey Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 61 over Honey Creek in Louisa County, Iowa. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 4,420 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,420 by 2044. The structure is 179 ft (54.6 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 61 over Honey Creek built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 61 over Honey Creek 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does US 61 over Honey Creek carry?
About 4,420 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 61 over Honey Creek?
The structure is 179 ft (54.6 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 61 over Honey Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.