US Bridges

E 53rd ST over Deere Creek

Fair

Scott County, Iowa · 000000000 · Structure no. 000000000503840

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Masonry
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
14,156
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

E 53rd ST over Deere Creek is a masonry culvert carrying E 53rd ST over Deere Creek in Scott County, Iowa. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 14,156 vehicles a day, projected to reach 14,156 by 2043. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesE 53rd ST
CrossesDeere Creek
Location000000000
RouteCity Street 0
CountyScott County
StateIowa
Coordinates41.57467, -90.55797
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialMasonry
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,156 (2023)
Projected traffic14,156 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was E 53rd ST over Deere Creek built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is E 53rd ST over Deere 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does E 53rd ST over Deere Creek carry?

About 14,156 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is E 53rd ST over Deere Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns E 53rd ST over Deere Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.