E 2nd ST over Mad Creek
FairMuscatine County, Iowa · 3.4 Mi. E of W Jct. US 61 · Structure no. 000000000037950
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 98 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,700
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
E 2nd ST over Mad Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying E 2nd ST over Mad Creek in Muscatine County, Iowa. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, older 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 8,700 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,700 by 2043. The structure is 98 ft (29.9 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was E 2nd ST over Mad Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is E 2nd ST over Mad 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does E 2nd ST over Mad Creek carry?
About 8,700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is E 2nd ST over Mad Creek?
The structure is 98 ft (29.9 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.
Who owns E 2nd ST over Mad Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.