Merino Ave over US 63
GoodMahaska County, Iowa · 1.8 Mi. N of Jct. Ia #137 · Structure no. 000000000606955
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 340 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,050
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Merino Ave over US 63 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Merino Ave over US 63 in Mahaska County, Iowa. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 1,050 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,050 by 2042. The structure is 340 ft (103.6 m) long and 39 ft wide.
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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Merino Ave over US 63 built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is Merino Ave over US 63 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Merino Ave over US 63 carry?
About 1,050 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Merino Ave over US 63?
The structure is 340 ft (103.6 m) long with a longest span of 112 ft (34.1 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns Merino Ave over US 63?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.