Local over Dd 61
FairPalo Alto County, Iowa · 094310101 · Structure no. 000000000268631
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 78 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 82
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Local over Dd 61 is a concrete continuous slab carrying Local over Dd 61 in Palo Alto County, Iowa. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 82 vehicles a day, projected to reach 82 by 2043. The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Local over Dd 61 built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is Local over Dd 61 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Local over Dd 61 carry?
About 82 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Local over Dd 61?
The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Local over Dd 61?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.