US 61 over Hershey Ave
GoodMuscatine County, Iowa · At Jct. of SR G28 · Structure no. 000000000609830
- Built
- 2008
- 17 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 163 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,100
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 61 over Hershey Ave is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 61 over Hershey Ave in Muscatine County, Iowa. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 12,100 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,100 by 2044. The structure is 163 ft (49.6 m) long and 112 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 61 over Hershey Ave built?
It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 61 over Hershey Ave 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 61 over Hershey Ave carry?
About 12,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 61 over Hershey Ave?
The structure is 163 ft (49.6 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 112 ft wide.
Who owns US 61 over Hershey Ave?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.